Serving 602 students in grades 6-8, Kate Collins 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 42% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kate Collins Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Waynesboro school district, covering approximately 15.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kate Collins Middle School's student population of 602 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
602 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kate Collins 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 Kate Collins Middle School is 0.71, 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
#1537 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-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 Kate Collins Middle School's ranking?
Kate Collins Middle School is ranked #1537 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kate Collins Middle School?
602 students attend Kate Collins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Kate Collins Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kate Collins Middle School?
Kate Collins Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kate Collins Middle School offer ?
Kate Collins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kate Collins Middle School part of?
Kate Collins Middle School is part of Waynesboro City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am a past student of Kate Collins Middle School. My name is Cierra Terrell. I want to say that the school did alot for me and there were so many oppertunities. I want to thank everyone for making my education, there, possible. And... a special thanks to the past principal, Julie Zook for helping me through the hard times.
5 10/10/2025
my name is Ron Lane,i am looking for classmates that went to this school in 78-79.please email me if you were a classmate.thank you!! had loads of good times in this school.
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