Kate Collins Middle vs Wilson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 9.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kate Collins Middle
Waynesboro · Public middle · Grades 6–8
602 students
Wilson Middle
Fishersville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
641 students
| Measure | Kate Collins Middle Waynesboro, Virginia | Wilson Middle Fishersville, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #278 of 340 | #157 of 340 |
| National rank | #4395 of 15,369 | #2313 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 602 | 641 |
| Enrollment | 602 | 641 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.4% | 66.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 81% |
| city | Waynesboro | Fishersville |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.3 vs 64.9).
- •Wilson Middle does better on math proficiency (81% vs 66%).
- •Wilson Middle does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 68%).
- •Wilson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.8% vs 94.4%).
- •Kate Collins Middle does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.6).
- •Wilson Middle is the larger school with 641 students compared with 602.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kate Collins Middle better than Wilson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Wilson Middle ranks higher (75.3 vs 64.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Kate Collins Middle and Wilson Middle?
About 9.3 km in a straight line, between Waynesboro and Fishersville in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kate Collins Middle: 602. Wilson Middle: 641. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kate Collins Middle and Wilson Middle rank in Virginia?
Kate Collins Middle is 278th of 340 and Wilson Middle is 157th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).