Magnet School
Maggie Walker Governor's School
- A+Overall Grade
- Public, Magnet
- 9-12
- Richmond, VA
- 58 reviews
- AcademicsA+
- DiversityNG
- TeachersA+
- College PrepA+
- Clubs & ActivitiesA
- Health & SafetyA+
- AdministrationB+
- SportsB+
- FoodB-
- Resources & FacilitiesA-
Maggie Walker Governor's School Rankings
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- Cost of LivingC+
- Good for FamiliesB-
- HousingC-
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$42,356
National
$55,322Median Rent
$942
National
$949Median Home Value
$209,200
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
A+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 100%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.6 responses
Poll
- 83%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.6 responses
Students
Diversity
NG
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
746
Free or Reduced Lunch
2%
- 86%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.7 responses
- 86%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.7 responses
- 71%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.7 responses
Teachers
- 82%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.11 responses
- 82%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.11 responses
- 91%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.11 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
—
National
$12,239- 100%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.9 responses
- 78%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.9 responses
- 100%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.9 responses
Maggie Walker Governor's School Reviews
58 reviews
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Over the course of the past four years, I have found that Maggie Walker is most definitely a make-your-own-experience kind of school, but regardless, its student end up very prepared for college. While it has an extremely competitive environment and poor mental health, your general experience at MW are defined by the classes, clubs, and people you choose to surround yourself with. MW has hundreds of clubs, from our acapella group Deadbeats to dance teams to our many competitive academic teams like Model UN and Debate, so every student can be sure to find a club that interests them. Compared to most other local schools, MW has a much larger array of classes with classes like Arabic and VCU Web Design. Ultimately, I would never trade my experience at MW. I have found that each class is its own tight-knit community of 180 students, which is something you can find at no other school. This school provides many incomparable opportunities, so if you get in, I encourage you to join us!
An amazing place that shaped who I am. I've been successful in found and growing my own international company, and I really do owe it to skills and mindsets I developed the Governor's School! Diverse, wonderful school culture, and a place that fosters growth and development of useful skills... while also having great academics. The track and cross country teams are top class, and a great community. I'm still close with Governor's School friends, and we've met up around the world. It's amazing to see the incredible things that my classmates are doing now to make the world a better place!
I remember when I applied to Maggie Walker. I was excited about the opportunities, but I was nervous about the testing and attending a different school. Thank goodness I got in and decided to go! The students are friendly and accepting, the teachers try to work with each student to create the best environment for learning, and the courses are challenging and increase cultural awareness.
One of the best parts of the school is the environment of trust and the amount of freedom and independence students have because of the honor code. Also, all of the 75+ clubs at the school are run by students. While our school is well known for its academics, we also have a superb athletic program.
There are many more great things that I could say about Maggie Walker. Nonetheless the school still has room for improvement. Such as creating a more culturally diverse environment and eliminating the belief that only AP courses make students successful.
One of the best parts of the school is the environment of trust and the amount of freedom and independence students have because of the honor code. Also, all of the 75+ clubs at the school are run by students. While our school is well known for its academics, we also have a superb athletic program.
There are many more great things that I could say about Maggie Walker. Nonetheless the school still has room for improvement. Such as creating a more culturally diverse environment and eliminating the belief that only AP courses make students successful.