Benjamin Friedman Middle vs John F Parker Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 5.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Friedman Middle
Taunton · Public middle · Grades 5–7
701 students
John F Parker Middle
Taunton · Public middle · Grades 5–7
517 students
| Measure | Benjamin Friedman Middle Taunton, Massachusetts | John F Parker Middle Taunton, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #221 of 300 | #269 of 300 |
| National rank | #8729 of 15,369 | #12316 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–7 | Grades 5–7 |
| Students | 701 | 517 |
| Enrollment | 701 | 517 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| city | Taunton | Taunton |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Friedman Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.9 vs 27.9).
- •Benjamin Friedman Middle does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Benjamin Friedman Middle does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 26%).
- •John F Parker Middle does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 15.6).
- •Benjamin Friedman Middle is the larger school with 701 students compared with 517.
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 Benjamin Friedman Middle better than John F Parker Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Benjamin Friedman Middle ranks higher (44.9 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 Benjamin Friedman Middle and John F Parker Middle?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Taunton and Taunton in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Friedman Middle: 701. John F Parker Middle: 517. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Friedman Middle and John F Parker Middle rank in Massachusetts?
Benjamin Friedman Middle is 221st of 300 and John F Parker Middle is 269th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).