For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,188 students in 23227, VA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23227, VA are L. Douglas Wilder Middle School and Thomas H. Henderson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 23227 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23227, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23227, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
L. Douglas Wilder Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6900 Wilkinson Rd
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 515-1100
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 515-1100
Gr: 6-8 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Thomas H. Henderson Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4319 Old Brook Rd
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 780-8288
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 780-8288
Gr: 6-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23227, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23227, VA include L. Douglas Wilder Middle School and Thomas H. Henderson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23227?
2 public middle schools are located in 23227.
What is the racial composition of students in 23227?
23227 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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