Horace Mann Elementary School

225 NEVADA ST, NEWTONVILLE, MA 02460

Top 10% School in Massachusetts

Ranked 10 of 70 in Massachusetts

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About Horace Mann Elementary School

Horace Mann Elementary School is located in the city of Newton in Massachusetts. Newton Public Schools is one of the best school systems in the country and is known for its strong academic reputation. At Horace Mann, students score consistently above the state average in both math and reading, with 57% proficiency, and Newton has a strong sense of fostering critical thinking, responsibility, and a love of lifelong learning. It recently opened more classrooms and playground space for children as an investment in quality education. Families flock to Newton, not just for Horace Mann Elementary, but also for the great schools, safe neighborhoods, and affordable average rent prices indicative of the quality of life there. Overall, Horace Mann is a fantastic elementary school in Massachusetts that nurtures confident, competent learners who will be ready for the next step of their education journey.

Contact Information

Address

225 NEVADA ST, NEWTONVILLE, MA 02460

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Phone

(617) 559-9510

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 57%
Reading 57%
State average proficiency is 57% in Math and 57% in Reading.
32
Full-time Teachers
11 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
370
Total Students
$98422
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 10 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Horace Mann Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

10

of 70 in Massachusetts

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: NA

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 59.4%
Asian 13.7%
Hispanic 10.1%
Black 5.6%
Two+ Races 10.9%
Native Am. 0%
White
59.4%
Asian
13.7%
Hispanic
10.1%
Black
5.6%
Two+ Races
10.9%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 370
46.8%
173 Female
52.9%
196 Male

Student Population

370 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 11 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Horace Mann Elementary begins its major renovation this winter, adding new classrooms, a music room, and a modern cafeterium by 2026.

FAQ

Q1: In what ways is the art program different at Horace Mann Elementary School?

Ans. Students learn about visual arts through themed showcase exhibits and collaborative murals.

Q2: Does Horace Mann Elementary School offer music lessons?

Ans. Yes, students have the opportunity to sing in the chorus starting in first grade, to play an instrument in the band in third grade, or to join an instrumental program starting in kindergarten.

Q3: How does Horace Mann Elementary support emotional wellness?

Ans. The school has a regular mindfulness session for all students and group programs led by a counselor for young children.

Q4: Are students encouraged to do community service at Horace Mann Elementary?

Ans. Yes! The school works with younger learners to engage in community drives and service projects.

Q5: Does Horace Mann Elementary School recognize student achievements?

Ans. Students are recognized each month with awards called the "Mann Star" for showing effort and kindness.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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