Reading Memorial High vs Walter S Parker Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Reading Memorial High
Reading · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,094 students
Walter S Parker Middle
Reading · Public middle · Grades 6–8
467 students
| Measure | Reading Memorial High Reading, Massachusetts | Walter S Parker Middle Reading, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #86 of 300 | #80 of 300 |
| National rank | #1372 of 16,910 | #1451 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,094 | 467 |
| Enrollment | 1,094 | 467 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 59% |
| city | Reading | Reading |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.4 vs 80.3).
- •Reading Memorial High does better on math proficiency (75% vs 59%).
- •Reading Memorial High does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 64%).
- •Walter S Parker Middle does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 12.2).
- •Reading Memorial High is the larger school with 1,094 students compared with 467.
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 Reading Memorial High better than Walter S Parker Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Reading Memorial High and Walter S Parker Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Reading and Reading in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Reading Memorial High: 1,094. Walter S Parker Middle: 467. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Reading Memorial High and Walter S Parker Middle rank in Massachusetts?
Reading Memorial High is 86th of 300 and Walter S Parker Middle is 80th of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).