Bowen vs Newton South High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 813 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bowen
Newton Centre · Public elementary · Grades K–5
325 students
Newton South High
Newton Centre · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,898 students
| Measure | Bowen Newton Centre, Massachusetts | Newton South High Newton Centre, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #106 of 1,009 | #29 of 300 |
| National rank | #2114 of 50,301 | #480 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 325 | 1,898 |
| Enrollment | 325 | 1,898 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 85% |
| city | Newton Centre | Newton Centre |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Newton South High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.7 vs 85.7).
- •Newton South High does better on math proficiency (85% vs 71%).
- •Newton South High does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 70%).
- •Bowen does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 11.7).
- •Newton South High is the larger school with 1,898 students compared with 325.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bowen better than Newton South High?
On the Success Index (US), Newton South High ranks higher (86.7 vs 85.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bowen and Newton South High?
About 813 m in a straight line, between Newton Centre and Newton Centre in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowen: 325. Newton South High: 1,898. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowen and Newton South High rank in Massachusetts?
Bowen is 106th of 1,009 and Newton South High is 29th of 300 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).