Best 01867 Massachusetts Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 872 students in 01867, MA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 01867, MA are Arthur W Coolidge Middle School and Walter S Parker Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 01867 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 01867, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 01867, MA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
89 Birch Meadow Dr
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 942-9158
Gr: 6-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Walter S Parker Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
45 Temple Street
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 944-1236
Gr: 6-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 01867, MA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 01867, MA include Arthur W Coolidge Middle School and Walter S Parker Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 01867?
2 public middle schools are located in 01867.
What is the racial composition of students in 01867?
01867 public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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