CIV
73%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
22% exceeding expectations
A+
Top 3%
F.A. Day Middle School
Grades 06-08 NEWTON, MA
Moved up 38 places from 2024 to 2025
#13
State Rank
A+
District Grade
21 Minot Place, NEWTON, MA 02460
Diverse
MCAS score comparisons
Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results
Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.
English Language Arts
69.7%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
21.7% exceeding expectations
2023
68%
68%
2024
66.7%
66.7%
2025
69.7%
69.7%
Mathematics
71%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
19% exceeding expectations
2023
70%
70%
2024
66.7%
66.7%
2025
71%
71%
Science
70%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
19% exceeding expectations
2023
66%
66%
2024
60%
60%
2025
70%
70%
View published results by year and grade
| Year | Subject | Grade | Meeting+ | Exceeding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | CIV | 08 | 73% | 22% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 06 | 62% | 21% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 07 | 71% | 18% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 08 | 76% | 26% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 06 | 63% | 8% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 07 | 75% | 23% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 08 | 75% | 26% |
| 2025 | Science | 08 | 70% | 19% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 06 | 67% | 23% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 07 | 60% | 13% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 08 | 73% | 28% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 06 | 59% | 9% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 07 | 69% | 18% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 08 | 72% | 25% |
| 2024 | Science | 08 | 60% | 11% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 06 | 67% | 14% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 07 | 63% | 15% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 08 | 74% | 26% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 06 | 64% | 11% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 07 | 68% | 26% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 08 | 78% | 25% |
| 2023 | Science | 08 | 66% | 7% |
MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.
Student Demographics
830 students enrolled
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
50.1%
Male
48.9%
Female
Student Programs
English Learners
3.4%
Special Education
19.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.9%
School Performance
Key metrics and program information
Attendance
95.2%
Attendance Rate
9.5%
Chronic Absence
Staffing
A+-Rated School
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is F.A. Day Middle School's grade rating?
F.A. Day Middle School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #13 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 3% of Massachusetts Middle schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
How many students attend F.A. Day Middle School?
Approximately 830 students are enrolled at F.A. Day Middle School.
How does F.A. Day Middle School perform on MCAS tests?
Based on the most recent MCAS results, F.A. Day Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (73% proficient), English Language Arts (70% proficient), Mathematics (71% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
What is the attendance rate at F.A. Day Middle School?
F.A. Day Middle School has an attendance rate of 95.2%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.
What school district is F.A. Day Middle School part of?
F.A. Day Middle School is part of Newton School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.
How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?
School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.
