NEWMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Newman Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Needham school district, located in Needham, MA with about 755 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 51 teachers, Newman Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Newman Elementary School, located on Central Avenue in Needham, Massachusetts, is a prominent public institution serving students in the Needham Public Schools district. The school is known for fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment, emphasizing the development of the "whole child" through a blend of strong core academics, social-emotional learning, and community building. As part of a highly-regarded suburban school system, Newman is dedicated to preparing its students for future success by encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and active participation in the classroom.

The school community is characterized by its collaborative atmosphere, where teachers, staff, and families work closely together to enhance the educational experience. With a commitment to inclusivity and excellence, Newman Elementary offers a variety of programs and resources designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body. For families looking for more detailed information on curriculum, school events, or administrative policies, the school maintains an official website at [newman.needham.k12.ma.us](http://newman.needham.k12.ma.us/main/).

For more information, contact Newman Elementary at (781) 455-0416 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1155 Central Avenue
Needham, MA 02492
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NEWMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Needham, MA with about 755 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Massachusetts

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Needham
Total Students:
755
Teachers:
51.52
NSLP Status:1
Missing
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 755 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending NEWMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.

White
73.9%
Asian
9.3%
Two or more races
6.6%
Hispanic/Latino
5.7%
Black or African American
4.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
48.7%
Male
51.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.