Below Average
#1374 of 1,793 schools in MA
John F Parker Middle
Middle School · Taunton
60 Williams Street, Taunton, MA 02780
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
5th – 7th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
5th – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,374 of 1,793
In Taunton
#5 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 12
Taunton
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About John F Parker Middle
John F Parker Middle is a public middle school in Taunton, MA, part of Taunton. John F Parker Middle serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades 5th-7th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Parker Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,374 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for John F Parker Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John F Parker Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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John F Parker Middle — Students at John F Parker Middle score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.3/10.
How John F Parker Middle Compares
See how John F Parker Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 Williams Street, Taunton, MA 02780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F Parker Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Joseph H Martin (rated 6.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby East Taunton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Berkley Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Berkley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Benjamin Friedman Middle (rated 4.9/10, 3.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Taunton, see our Taunton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Taunton High Taunton | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Elizabeth Pole Taunton | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical Taunton | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Taunton Alternative High School Taunton | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Taunton | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Edward F. Leddy Preschool Taunton | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| H H Galligan Taunton | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| East Taunton Elementary East Taunton | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Joseph H Martin East Taunton | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| James L. Mulcahey Elementary School Taunton | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Merrill Elementary School Raynham | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Laliberte Elementary School Raynham | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Berkley Middle School Berkley | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Raynham Middle School Raynham | 3.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Edmund Hatch Bennett Taunton | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Joseph C Chamberlain Taunton | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Benjamin Friedman Middle Taunton | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Berkley Community School Berkley | 4.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Bristol County Agricultural High Dighton | 5.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Dighton Elementary Dighton | 5.2 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,054
Median Home Value
$377,800
Median Rent
$1,257/mo
Population
52,530
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
59.8%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arlington Middle School Lawrence, MA | 4.9 |
| Benjamin Friedman Middle Taunton, MA | 4.9 |
| Fuller Middle Framingham, MA | 4.9 |
| Norton Middle Norton, MA | 4.9 |
| David J. Quinn Middle School Hudson, MA | 5.0 |
| John G Whittier Haverhill, MA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F Parker Middle
What grades does John F Parker Middle serve?
John F Parker Middle serves students in grades 5th through 7th.
How many students attend John F Parker Middle?
John F Parker Middle has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Parker Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at John F Parker Middle is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John F Parker Middle rank in MA?
John F Parker Middle ranks #1,374 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John F Parker Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
John F Parker Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at John F Parker Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F Parker Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John F Parker Middle a charter school?
No, John F Parker Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F Parker Middle a Title I school?
No, John F Parker Middle is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 7th
- Enrollment
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.7%
- Phone
- (508) 821-1112
Resources & Links
District
Taunton- District Enrollment
- 8,018
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,615
- District Rank
- #6 of 12
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