B.F. Butler Middle School vs John F Parker Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 83 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
B.F. Butler Middle School
Lowell · Public middle · Grades 5–8
516 students
John F Parker Middle
Taunton · Public middle · Grades 5–7
517 students
| Measure | B.F. Butler Middle School Lowell, Massachusetts | John F Parker Middle Taunton, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #237 of 300 | #269 of 300 |
| National rank | #9922 of 15,369 | #12316 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–7 |
| Students | 516 | 517 |
| Enrollment | 516 | 517 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 35% |
| city | Lowell | Taunton |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •B.F. Butler Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.5 vs 27.9).
- •B.F. Butler Middle School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 35%).
- •B.F. Butler Middle School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 26%).
- •B.F. Butler Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.2).
- •John F Parker Middle is the larger school with 517 students compared with 516.
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 B.F. Butler Middle School better than John F Parker Middle?
On the Success Index (US), B.F. Butler Middle School ranks higher (39.5 vs 27.9 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 B.F. Butler Middle School and John F Parker Middle?
About 83 km in a straight line, between Lowell and Taunton in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
B.F. Butler Middle School: 516. John F Parker Middle: 517. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do B.F. Butler Middle School and John F Parker Middle rank in Massachusetts?
B.F. Butler Middle School is 237th of 300 and John F Parker Middle is 269th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).