Excellent
#68 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 4% in state
F a Day Middle
Middle School · Newton
21 Minot Place, Newtonville, MA 02460
Enrollment
868
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
868
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Newtonville
#1 of 4
public schools
Massachusetts middle schools
#12 of 305
In district
#6 of 22
Newton
Equity
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About F a Day Middle
F A Day Middle earns a 9.1/10 composite score — rated Exceptional — and outperforms 97% of public schools in Massachusetts. The school serves 868 students in grades 6 through 8 in Newtonville and ranks 13th out of 305 middle schools statewide, placing it among the strongest public middle schools in the Commonwealth. Academic performance drives the score.
F A Day posts a 9.3/10 academic rating alongside an 8.3/10 growth score, meaning students don't just arrive performing well — they continue gaining ground year over year. The student-teacher ratio sits at 11.4 to 1, giving students more direct access to instructors than most public schools can offer. Within Newtonville, F A Day ranks first among all four public schools.
Its combination of high absolute performance and consistent student growth makes it one of the more complete profiles in the state. Families searching for a public middle school in eastern Massachusetts will find few options that match what F A Day delivers across both achievement and momentum measures.
Score Breakdown
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
F a Day Middle — Students at F a Day Middle score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 74 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How F a Day Middle Compares
See how F a Day Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 72% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 71% (2019) to 68% (2022).
Location
21 Minot Place, Newtonville, MA 02460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering F a Day Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Watertown Middle (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Watertown), with a comparable rating. Additionally, John W. McDevitt Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Waltham), a more accessible option. For more schools in Newtonville, see our Newtonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Newton North High Newtonville | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Franklin West Newton | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| CLEARWAY SCHOOL Newton | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Cabot Newtonville | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Henry Whittemore Elementary School Waltham | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Lincoln-Eliot Newton | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| LEARNING PREP SCHOOL West Newton | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Cunniff Watertown | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Watertown High Watertown | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Peirce West Newton | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program Waltham | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Watertown Middle Watertown | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| MT ALVERNIA HIGH SCHOOL Newton | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| John W. McDevitt Middle School Waltham | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,329
Median Home Value
$1,124,300
Median Rent
$2,606/mo
Population
10,033
College Educated
77.8%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
43.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding F a Day Middle has a median household income of $154,329. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,124,300, with a median rent of $2,606/month. The local poverty rate of 3.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ephraim Curtis Middle Sudbury, MA | 8.9 |
| John Glenn Middle Bedford, MA | 8.9 |
| Concord Middle Concord, MA | 8.8 |
| E W Thurston Middle Westwood, MA | 9.0 |
| Jonas Clarke Middle Lexington, MA | 9.0 |
| Ottoson Middle Arlington, MA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about F a Day Middle
What grades does F a Day Middle serve?
F a Day Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend F a Day Middle?
F a Day Middle has an enrollment of approximately 868 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at F a Day Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at F a Day Middle is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does F a Day Middle rank in MA?
F a Day Middle is ranked #68 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is F a Day Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
F a Day Middle has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at F a Day Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, F a Day Middle has 70.2% math proficiency and 69.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is F a Day Middle a charter school?
No, F a Day Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is F a Day Middle a Title I school?
No, F a Day Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
FBI UCR. County-level only.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 868
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (617) 559-9100
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Newton- District Enrollment
- 11,752
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,226
- District Rank
- #6 of 22
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.