Serving 758 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 56% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: L. Douglas Wilder Middle School serves the northern part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 11.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
L. Douglas Wilder Middle School's student population of 758 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
758 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
L. Douglas Wilder 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 L. Douglas Wilder Middle School is 0.58, 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
#1501 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
62%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 L. Douglas Wilder Middle School's ranking?
L. Douglas Wilder Middle School is ranked #1501 out of 1,773 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
758 students attend L. Douglas Wilder Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of L. Douglas Wilder Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L. Douglas Wilder Middle School?
L. Douglas Wilder Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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
5 10/10/2025
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!!!!!!
4 10/10/2025
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.
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