John F Parker Middle vs Joseph H Martin
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 3.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John F Parker Middle
Taunton · Public middle · Grades 5–7
517 students
Joseph H Martin
East Taunton · Public middle · Grades 5–7
647 students
| Measure | John F Parker Middle Taunton, Massachusetts | Joseph H Martin East Taunton, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #269 of 300 | #277 of 300 |
| National rank | #12316 of 15,369 | #12637 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–7 | Grades 5–7 |
| Students | 517 | 647 |
| Enrollment | 517 | 647 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 26% |
| city | Taunton | East Taunton |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John F Parker Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.9 vs 26.2).
- •John F Parker Middle does better on math proficiency (35% vs 26%).
- •Joseph H Martin does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 26%).
- •Joseph H Martin does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.2).
- •Joseph H Martin is the larger school with 647 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 John F Parker Middle better than Joseph H Martin?
On the Success Index (US), John F Parker Middle ranks higher (27.9 vs 26.2 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 John F Parker Middle and Joseph H Martin?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Taunton and East Taunton in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F Parker Middle: 517. Joseph H Martin: 647. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F Parker Middle and Joseph H Martin rank in Massachusetts?
John F Parker Middle is 269th of 300 and Joseph H Martin is 277th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).