Serving 1,587 students in grades 6-8, Willard Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Willard Middle School's student population of 1,587 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willard Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard Middle School is 0.69, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#412 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
40%
7%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willard Middle School's ranking?
Willard Middle School is ranked #412 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Willard Middle School often compared to?
Willard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J. Michael Lunsford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Willard Middle School?
1,587 students attend Willard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Willard Middle School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willard Middle School?
Willard Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willard Middle School offer ?
Willard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Willard Middle School part of?
Willard Middle School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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