Serving 565 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peasley Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Gloucester, VA, encompassing approximately 176.2 square miles. The average drive to the school from within the zone typically takes 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 13.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peasley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Peasley Middle School's student population of 565 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
565 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peasley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peasley Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#568 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Peasley Blue and Gold
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 #568 out of 1,773 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?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
565 students attend Peasley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Peasley Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peasley Middle School?
Peasley Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peasley Middle School offer ?
Peasley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peasley Middle School part of?
Peasley Middle School is part of Gloucester County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It is a great way for us to learn new skills and practice them.
5 10/10/2025
School is good. Not the best. Good
5 10/10/2025
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.
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