Serving 467 students in grades 6-8, Walter S Parker Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Walter S. Parker Middle serves the southern part of Reading, MA, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter S Parker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walter S Parker Middle School's student population of 467 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
467 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walter S Parker Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter S Parker Middle School is 0.35, 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
#590 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter S Parker Middle School's ranking?
Walter S Parker Middle School is ranked #590 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Walter S Parker Middle School often compared to?
Walter S Parker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur W Coolidge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Walter S Parker Middle School?
467 students attend Walter S Parker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Walter S Parker Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter S Parker Middle School?
Walter S Parker Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Walter S Parker Middle School offer ?
Walter S Parker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walter S Parker Middle School part of?
Walter S Parker Middle School is part of Reading School District.
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