The student body at Newman numbers some 250 young men and women from almost every neighborhood of Boston, surrounding cities and towns, and from many countries outside of the United States. The international students add a wonderful dimension to the school community. Students participate in a range of activities, both in the classroom and beyond, activities that include among others drama, forensics, athletics, student council, and Key Club. The school's location in Boston's Back Bay allows students to take advantage of the cultural and historical resources of the area such as the Museum of Fine Arts and the Boston Public Library.