Mason-Rice is one of 15 elementary (K-5) schools in Newton. The current Mason-Rice School was built in 1959 to replace two older schools, the Mason School and the Rice School. This one story brick building extends back toward the Newton Centre Playground and is larger than it appears from the front facade.
Mason-Rice Elementary School is adjacent to the Newton Center Playground, a historic outpost from 1890 offering playground equipment, the City's only clay tennis courts with backboards, sports fields, including baseball, soccer, volleyball and basketball courts and a tot lot.
Mason Rice is a wonderful resource in the Newton Center community and can be accessed by school bus, walking and by car.
The Newton Public Schools actively cultivates a culture of equity and excellence by creating and sustaining curriculum and instructional practices that lead to high quality learning for each and every student. We intend to provide curriculum and instruction that inspires and engages students, and ensures that all students become knowledgeable, responsible, caring and contributing members of society.
FROM THE NPS WEBSITE:
The Newton Public Schools curriculum is aligned to research-based, nationally vetted standards in addition to Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks in each discipline; is aligned to the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks incorporating the Common Core State Standards for mathematics and English Language Arts, and the Next Generation Science Standards; ensures that skills, concepts and topics build sequentially from one grade to the next;
promotes critical thinking and cultural competence; provides multiple opportunities for student growth and proficiency by ensuring maximum accessibility for students with disabilities and English Language Learners, and provides students who have achieved proficiency the opportunity to extend and expand their learning.
Mason Rice Elementary School
Public Elementary School
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Grade K-5
149 Pleasant St,
Newton Center, MA
Newton Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Jacob Bultema
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Math Proficiency
82%
Reading Proficiency
77%
Niche Grade
A+
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
77%
Math Proficiency
82%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.7%
GreatSchools Rating
10
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
31.2%
State Average
7.6%
Science
32.2%
State Average
6.4%
Student Diversity
Female
51.8%
Male
47.9%
White
58.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
24.7%
Two or more races
9.9%
Hispanic
5.7%
Black
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
7/30/2025
We joined Mason-Rice Elementary as a new immigrant family. In the beginning, we were very touched by the warm welcome from teachers and the excellent support provided through the ELL (English Language Learners) program. The school’s inclusive atmosphere helped us settle in during a major life transi...
4/29/2021
The best school in the country you can not find a single school better hope you enjoy the school.
2/28/2020
LOVE, LOVE this school. Not going to get better in Public school. PTO is second to none.
3/1/2019
Excellent and caring teachers. Safe environment. Great playground as well.
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List Price Range
$1M - $8.5M
Homes For Sale
12
Average Home Value
$2,008,947
Median Lot Size
9,583 Sq Ft
% Renters
19%
Average Household Income
$223,780
% of College Grads
91.1%
Median Age
46
Average House Size
2,935 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
14.4%
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Additional Schools in the Area
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Choice Schools
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Parks in this Area
Newton Center Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Edmands Park
- Trails
Crystal Lake Park
- Lake
- Community Center
Webster Woods Conservation Area
- Trails
- Hiking
Weeks Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- Tennis
Ward Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Multi-Purpose Field
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
Newton Highlands
Village with walkable downtown area and beautiful architecture
Thompsonville
Newton village with a top-rated school district 12 miles west of Boston
Mason Rice Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Newton Center, MA and is served by the Newton Public Schools in Massachusetts. The school has a total enrollment of 334 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 82% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 77% are proficient in reading. Mason Rice Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $2,008,947. Discover additional schools in the area, like Newton North High School, Newton South High School, Watertown High School, and more. Learn more about what Newton Center has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Mason Rice Elementary School.