L. Douglas Wilder Middle vs Thornburg Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 60 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
L. Douglas Wilder Middle
Richmond · Public middle · Grades 6–8
758 students
Thornburg Middle
Spotsylvania · Public middle · Grades 6–8
755 students
| Measure | L. Douglas Wilder Middle Richmond, Virginia | Thornburg Middle Spotsylvania, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #328 of 340 | #228 of 340 |
| National rank | #7548 of 15,369 | #3350 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 758 | 755 |
| Enrollment | 758 | 755 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.6% | 64.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 66% |
| city | Richmond | Spotsylvania |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thornburg Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.0 vs 50.5).
- •L. Douglas Wilder Middle does better on math proficiency (68% vs 66%).
- •Thornburg Middle does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 51%).
- •Thornburg Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 89.6%).
- •Thornburg Middle does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 17.6).
- •L. Douglas Wilder Middle is the larger school with 758 students compared with 755.
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 L. Douglas Wilder Middle better than Thornburg Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Thornburg Middle ranks higher (70.0 vs 50.5 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 L. Douglas Wilder Middle and Thornburg Middle?
About 60 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Spotsylvania in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
L. Douglas Wilder Middle: 758. Thornburg Middle: 755. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do L. Douglas Wilder Middle and Thornburg Middle rank in Virginia?
L. Douglas Wilder Middle is 328th of 340 and Thornburg Middle is 228th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).