Serving 701 students in grades 5-7, Benjamin Friedman Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin Friedman Middle School's student population of 701 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
701 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Benjamin Friedman Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Friedman Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1105 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
20%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
59%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Friedman Middle School's ranking?
Benjamin Friedman Middle School is ranked #1105 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Benjamin Friedman Middle School often compared to?
Benjamin Friedman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jordan/jackson Elementary School, Henry Lord Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Friedman Middle School?
701 students attend Benjamin Friedman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Benjamin Friedman Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Friedman Middle School?
Benjamin Friedman Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benjamin Friedman Middle School offer ?
Benjamin Friedman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin Friedman Middle School part of?
Benjamin Friedman Middle School is part of Taunton School District.
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