Serving 627 students in grades 6-8, Peasley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peasley Middle School's student population of 627 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peasley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peasley Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#813 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
5%
22%
White
80%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peasley Middle School's ranking?
Peasley Middle School is ranked #813 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Peasley Middle School often compared to?
Peasley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Page Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Peasley Middle School?
627 students attend Peasley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Peasley Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peasley Middle School?
Peasley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peasley Middle School offer ?
Peasley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Peasley Middle School part of?
Peasley Middle School is part of Gloucester Co PBLC Schs School District.
School Reviews
5 11/12/2014
this school is okay but the student are out numbering the teachers 20 to 1. there is not a lot of one on one time.
5 8/30/2014
School is good. Not the best. Good
5 7/30/2013
It is a great way for us to learn new skills and practice them.
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