Wide access of distributed generation introduces a new challenge to the traditional feeder automation ( FA) evaluation method. Given this background，an evaluation method of the feeder automation ( FA) for active distribution network is presented. Firstly，the load states during the fault location，isolation and restoration process are elaborately defined and the interference factors affecting FA are systematically researched. Secondly，the FA action evaluation method is proposed，including seven evaluation indexes from two aspects of action process and action result，respectively. Subsequently，the comprehensive evaluation method of the action effectiveness for the FA in the active distribution network is improved based on the failure-free evaluation test method. Finally，a FA system with double loop network is employed to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed evaluation method.