Serving 448 students in grades 6-8, Edward W. Wyatt 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 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edward W. Wyatt Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Emporia, VA, encompassing approximately 296.8 square miles, with typical drives to the school taking about 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge located 17.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edward W. Wyatt Middle School's student population of 448 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Edward W. Wyatt 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 Edward W. Wyatt Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1481 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward W. Wyatt Middle School's ranking?
Edward W. Wyatt Middle School is ranked #1481 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Edward W. Wyatt Middle School?
448 students attend Edward W. Wyatt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Edward W. Wyatt Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward W. Wyatt Middle School?
Edward W. Wyatt Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edward W. Wyatt Middle School offer ?
Edward W. Wyatt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edward W. Wyatt Middle School part of?
Edward W. Wyatt Middle School is part of Greensville County School District.
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