L. Douglas Wilder Middle School

6900 Wilkinson Rd
Richmond, VA 23227
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 761 students in grades 6-8, L. Douglas Wilder Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 761 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 51% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

L. Douglas Wilder Middle School's student population of 761 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
761 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

L. Douglas Wilder Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L. Douglas Wilder Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1360 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of L. Douglas Wilder Middle School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
(20-21)
47%
54%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of L. Douglas Wilder Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
(20-21)
51%
69%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of L. Douglas Wilder Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
(20-21)
55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
10%
7%
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Hispanic
4%
19%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in L. Douglas Wilder Middle School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
67%
22%
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White
15%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in L. Douglas Wilder Middle School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Virginia.
0.52
This chart displays the diversity score of L. Douglas Wilder Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in L. Douglas Wilder Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in L. Douglas Wilder Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is L. Douglas Wilder Middle School's ranking?
L. Douglas Wilder Middle School is ranked #1360 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are L. Douglas Wilder Middle School often compared to?
L. Douglas Wilder Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George H. Moody Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend L. Douglas Wilder Middle School?
761 students attend L. Douglas Wilder Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of L. Douglas Wilder Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of L. Douglas Wilder Middle School?
L. Douglas Wilder Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does L. Douglas Wilder Middle School offer ?
L. Douglas Wilder Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is L. Douglas Wilder Middle School part of?
L. Douglas Wilder Middle School is part of Henrico County School District.

School Reviews

4   11/2/2018
I am a new 6th grader at Wilder. It has a great opportunity for gifted 6th graders. The program I attend is called GYSA. I have made many friends in less than 5 whole weeks.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Blue
5   10/29/2013
I am a PROUD parent of a seventh grade student at Wilder Middle School. I would like to say that since entering the 6th grade a WMS my son has had a great experience with faculty, staff and students alike. I want to say that the teachers, support staff and the administration work hard to give the students what they deserve in a good education and a safe enviroment. They work hard daily to changing the negative image and the negative publicity that it sometimes receive. By no means am I saying that Wilder Middle School is "perfect", however, what I am saying is that it is a school taking great strides to a positive future for the students currently attending and the students to come!!!!!!
- Posted by Parent - rasch

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 761 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 51% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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