Serving 860 students in grades 6-8, F A Day Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: F A Day Middle serves the northwest part of Newtonville, MA, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
F A Day Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
F A Day Middle School's student population of 860 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
860 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
F A Day Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of F A Day Middle School is 0.62, 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
#178 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
16%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
58%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-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 F A Day Middle School's ranking?
F A Day Middle School is ranked #178 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are F A Day Middle School often compared to?
F A Day Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bigelow Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend F A Day Middle School?
860 students attend F A Day Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of F A Day Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of F A Day Middle School?
F A Day Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does F A Day Middle School offer ?
F A Day Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is F A Day Middle School part of?
F A Day Middle School is part of Newton School District.
In what neighborhood is F A Day Middle School located?
F A Day Middle School is located in the Nonantum neighborhood of Newtonville, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Nonantum.
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