Newton North High School
Public High SchoolGrade A+
457 Walnut Street, Newton, MA 02460
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Total Students
50%Male
50%FemaleAcademics
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Crime in Newton
Reported at K-12 schools across Newton in 2024 — city-wide, not specific to this school.
School Crime Rate is per 1,000 students enrolled; Overall Crime Rate is per 1,000 residents. Source: FBI NIBRS 2024. Figures are city-wide; NIBRS does not report the specific school or address.
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Reported Incidents
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Federal Probe: Race-Based Exclusion
Alleged incident at Newton North High School · Newton School District · Massachusetts
A federal investigation has been launched into a school district after one of its high schools reportedly excluded white students from auditioning for a theatre production. This action prompted a probe into potential racial segregation within the school's activities.
School accused of racial bias
Alleged incident at Newton North High School · Newton School District · Massachusetts
A high school faced allegations of racial discrimination in casting for a school production. The institution has publicly denied these claims. This incident raises concerns about equity and fairness in school activities.
Principal Pushes Political, Racial Views
Alleged incident at Newton North High School · Newton School District · Massachusetts
A high school principal used official communications and social media to express strong political opinions on a court verdict, labeling it as "racism." The principal also proposed creating racially segregated spaces for students and staff to discuss the decision, an action later supported by the district superintendent.
School play restricted by race
Alleged incident at Newton North High School · Newton School District · Massachusetts
The school's theater program organized a play exclusively for students of color, which included discussions on race and identity. Audition forms required students to provide their racial/ethnic identification and preferred pronouns. This led to a complaint being filed with the Office of Civil Rights.
School promotes racial affinity groups
Alleged incident at Newton North High School · Newton School District · Massachusetts
The institution supports and promotes student affinity groups based on race and ethnicity. An external organization, working with the school, facilitates these groups and a mentorship program for specific racial and ethnic student populations.
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