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#1318 of 1,851 schools in VA
T. Benton Gayle Middle
Middle School · Stafford County Public Schools
100 Panther Drive, Fredericksburg, VA 22406
Enrollment
926
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
926
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,318 of 1,851
In Fredericksburg
#9 of 26
public schools
In district
#15 of 32
Stafford County Public Schools
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T. Benton Gayle Middle
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About T. Benton Gayle Middle
T. Benton Gayle Middle is a public middle school in Fredericksburg, VA, part of Stafford County Public Schools. T.
Benton Gayle Middle serves approximately 926 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. T. Benton Gayle Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,318 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for T. Benton Gayle Middle show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- VA avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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T. Benton Gayle Middle — Students at T. Benton Gayle Middle score 72% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 79%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.5%
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: 5.3/10.
How T. Benton Gayle Middle Compares
See how T. Benton Gayle 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
100 Panther Drive, Fredericksburg, VA 22406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering T. Benton Gayle Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle (rated 5.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Falmouth), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Donald B. Dixon-Lyle R. Smith Middle (rated 5.1/10, 4.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fredericksburg, see our Fredericksburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,357
Median Home Value
$483,200
Median Rent
$1,895/mo
Population
26,248
College Educated
43.2%
Homeownership
78.2%
Avg Commute
37.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about T. Benton Gayle Middle
What grades does T. Benton Gayle Middle serve?
T. Benton Gayle Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend T. Benton Gayle Middle?
T. Benton Gayle Middle has an enrollment of approximately 926 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at T. Benton Gayle Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at T. Benton Gayle Middle is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does T. Benton Gayle Middle rank in VA?
T. Benton Gayle Middle ranks #1,318 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is T. Benton Gayle Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
T. Benton Gayle Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 T. Benton Gayle Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, T. Benton Gayle Middle has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is T. Benton Gayle Middle a charter school?
No, T. Benton Gayle Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is T. Benton Gayle Middle a Title I school?
No, T. Benton Gayle Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for T. Benton Gayle Middle?
39.5% of students at T. Benton Gayle 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 926
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Stafford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.2%
- Phone
- (540) 373-0383
Resources & Links
District
Stafford County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,547
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,431
- District Rank
- #15 of 32
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