Below Average
#1488 of 1,851 schools in VA
William H. Wetsel Middle
Middle School · Madison County Public Schools
186 Mountaineer Lane, Madison, VA 22727
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,488 of 1,851
In Madison
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Madison County Public Schools
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William H. Wetsel Middle
Middle School in Madison · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About William H. Wetsel Middle
William H. Wetsel Middle is a public middle school in Madison, VA, part of Madison County Public Schools. William H.
Wetsel Middle serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. William H. Wetsel Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,488 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for William H. Wetsel Middle show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- VA avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
William H. Wetsel Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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William H. Wetsel Middle — Students at William H. Wetsel Middle score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.
How William H. Wetsel Middle Compares
See how William H. Wetsel Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
186 Mountaineer Lane, Madison, VA 22727
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William H. Wetsel Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Prospect Heights Middle (rated 6.3/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Orange), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William Monroe Middle (rated 3.7/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Stanardsville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Madison County High Madison | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Madison Primary Madison | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Waverly Yowell Elementary Madison | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| OAK GROVE MENNONITE SCHOOL Aroda | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| WOODBERRY FOREST SCHOOL Woodberry Forest | 9.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Ruckersville Elementary Ruckersville | 10.6 mi | 6.6 |
| HARTLAND DAY ACADEMY Rapidan | 9.6 mi | — |
| Orange Elementary Orange | 11.4 mi | 4.8 |
| William Monroe Middle Stanardsville | 10.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Nathanael Greene Primary Stanardsville | 10.7 mi | 4.5 |
| William Monroe High Stanardsville | 10.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Nathanael Greene Elementary Stanardsville | 10.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Prospect Heights Middle Orange | 11.7 mi | 6.3 |
| BELLE MEADE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sperryville | 13.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Orange County High Orange | 12.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Gordon-Barbour Elementary Gordonsville | 16.1 mi | 6.4 |
| A.G. Richardson Elementary Culpeper | 14.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Pearl Sample Elementary Culpeper | 14.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Stony Point Elementary Keswick | 18.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Farmington Elementary Culpeper | 15.2 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22727 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,694
Median Home Value
$350,800
Median Rent
$1,074/mo
Population
5,785
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
46.3
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| Lunenburg Middle Victoria, VA | 4.6 |
| Monelison Middle Madison Heights, VA | 4.6 |
| James S. Russell Middle Lawrenceville, VA | 4.3 |
| Nottoway Middle Crewe, VA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William H. Wetsel Middle
What grades does William H. Wetsel Middle serve?
William H. Wetsel Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend William H. Wetsel Middle?
William H. Wetsel Middle has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William H. Wetsel Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at William H. Wetsel Middle is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William H. Wetsel Middle rank in VA?
William H. Wetsel Middle ranks #1,488 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is William H. Wetsel Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
William H. Wetsel Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at William H. Wetsel Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William H. Wetsel Middle has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is William H. Wetsel Middle a charter school?
No, William H. Wetsel Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William H. Wetsel Middle a Title I school?
No, William H. Wetsel Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William H. Wetsel Middle?
67.4% of students at William H. Wetsel Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Madison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.2%
- Phone
- (540) 948-3783
Resources & Links
District
Madison County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,669
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,330
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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