Serving 939 students in grades 6-8, T. Benton Gayle Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 939 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: T. Benton Gayle Middle serves the western part of Fredericksburg, VA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 53.3 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
T. Benton Gayle Middle School's student population of 939 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
939 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
T. Benton Gayle Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of T. Benton Gayle Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1001 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
23%
21%
White
42%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is T. Benton Gayle Middle School's ranking?
T. Benton Gayle Middle School is ranked #1001 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are T. Benton Gayle Middle School often compared to?
T. Benton Gayle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andrew G. Wright Middle School, Stafford Middle School, Rodney E. Thompson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend T. Benton Gayle Middle School?
939 students attend T. Benton Gayle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of T. Benton Gayle Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of T. Benton Gayle Middle School?
T. Benton Gayle Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does T. Benton Gayle Middle School offer ?
T. Benton Gayle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is T. Benton Gayle Middle School part of?
T. Benton Gayle Middle School is part of Stafford County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I feel that for a Middle School this one of Stafford County best. My child has completed 3 years and my other child will be entering next year. The new principle is doing his best. Although the school nurse needs to learn how to weed out those that are class cutters from those that are truly sick. This prepares the students for high school very well.
4 10/10/2025
This school was pretty good. My best experience was with the people and the athletics. I played football and was on the wrestling team and I wouldn't trade the programs at Gayle for anything.
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