L. Douglas Wilder middle school serves 780 students in grades 6-8 on a large campus in Chamberlayne, Virginia. Named after the first African American governor in Virginia, L. Douglas Wilder, the public school opened its doors in 1997 to the surrounding neighborhoods of Chamberlayne. Wilder is committed to providing students with an educational experience that focuses on deeper learning, celebrating diversity and fostering leadership.
Despite reporting lower than average proficiency in reading and math, the school boasts an impressive student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Wilder middle school’s campus has several athletic fields and access to the Capital Park soccer fields, which are used by the Richmond Strikers club.
The school offers clubs and organizations ranging from theater, show choir and dance to book club, Minecraft builders, and Future Business Leaders of America. Athletes can choose from a variety of sports each season as spectators cheer on their wolverine mascot. L. Douglas Wilder middle school is a strong community with caring educators who are invested in the success of their students.
L. Douglas Wilder Middle
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
6900 Wilkinson Rd,
Richmond, VA
Henrico County Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Ms. Sharon E. Pope
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Math Proficiency
59%
Reading Proficiency
64%
Niche Grade
C+
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
64%
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Math Proficiency
59%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
43
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Full Time Teachers
43
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Teachers in First or Second Year
20.7%
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GreatSchools Rating
2
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
193:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
53.7%
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Female
46.3%
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Black
62.3%
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White
14.2%
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Asian or Pacific Islander
11.6%
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Hispanic
6.6%
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Two or more races
4.5%
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Native American
<1%
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
11/6/2019
In my opinion, Wilder is a pretty good school. From my experience they really care and show their concern in reference to the kids and their grads. They have an alright support system.
4/27/2019
I will explain the story after I get a thorough investigation, it all started because I asked the officer if I could remove a cone on his lunch break to move my car further to the front door,in which he responded "we don't do that", I asked,what did he mean he doesn't do that I have a child on crutches, his response oh I'll move it for a second, never ask me the reason I needed to move it nothing, no care in the world, was he discriminating against a child with a disability, from there it gets worst, I'll continue after investigation
1/11/2015
I took the classes with ease and had very advanced class, every class I took was challenging but all students need a challenge.
GreatSchools Reviews
8/28/2025
horrible school no safety protocols and my son was jumped and beat on by 4 other kids its kids there with tattoos and gang related just not a honorable school whatsoever
3/21/2025
We were worried to sent him initially due to the feedback we got from others nd reviews. But when we experienced it we are happy. My kid is attending special program but he is getting chances to mingle with regular kids during PE and all. According to him everything is fine for now.
9/24/2020
IT WAS TERRIBLE, I'm a white female and there were only like 4 other white's attending the school with me, and I was the main target for bullying since I'm plus size, but I never let it bother me and now I'm grateful I don't have to be around anymore of those people as I'm now a Junior at Godwin Hig...
5/13/2016
because i am going to this school and it's not really good because it's too small and it's bored.
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Average Home Value
$381,740
Median Lot Size
16,117 Sq Ft
% Renters
44%
Average Household Income
$81,925
% of College Grads
33.3%
Median Age
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Average House Size
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% Commercial Property
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Parks in this Area
Magnolia Ridge Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Spring Park Historic Site
- Trails
Three Lakes Park
- Fishing
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Capital Park
- Football
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Klehr Field
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Soccer
Pine Camp Cultural Arts and Community Center
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
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Atlee
A Hanover County community near interstates and new developments
L. Douglas Wilder Middle is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Richmond, VA and is served by the Henrico County Public Schools in Virginia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 742 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 59% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 64% are proficient in reading. L. Douglas Wilder Middle has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $381,740. Discover additional schools in the area, like Henrico High, John Marshall High School, Grace Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Richmond has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near L. Douglas Wilder Middle.