Serving 851 students in grades 6-8, Andrew G. Wright 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 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Andrew G. Wright Middle serves the northwest part of Stafford, VA, covering an area of approximately 18.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andrew G. Wright Middle School's student population of 851 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
851 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andrew G. Wright Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrew G. Wright Middle School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1007 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tiger Orange and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrew G. Wright Middle School's ranking?
Andrew G. Wright Middle School is ranked #1007 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Andrew G. Wright Middle School often compared to?
Andrew G. Wright Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H.h. Poole Middle School, Rodney E. Thompson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Andrew G. Wright Middle School?
851 students attend Andrew G. Wright Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Andrew G. Wright Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andrew G. Wright Middle School?
Andrew G. Wright Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Andrew G. Wright Middle School offer ?
Andrew G. Wright Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andrew G. Wright Middle School part of?
Andrew G. Wright Middle School is part of Stafford County School District.
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