T. BENTON GAYLE MIDDLE SCHOOL

T. Benton Gayle Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Stafford County Public Schools school district, located in Fredericksburg, VA with about 930 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 58 teachers, T. Benton Gayle Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

T. Benton Gayle Middle School, located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Stafford County Public Schools system. Named after a long-time educator and superintendent, the school is home to the "Panthers" and is committed to fostering a supportive, student-centered learning environment. The school typically serves students in grades 6 through 8, focusing on both academic rigor and the social-emotional development necessary for the middle school transition.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by offering a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and fine arts opportunities. By prioritizing community engagement and partnership with families, T. Benton Gayle Middle aims to prepare its students for success in high school and beyond. The faculty focuses on modern instructional practices designed to help students navigate the unique challenges of their adolescent years while building a strong foundation in core subjects like mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies.

For more information, contact T. Benton Gayle Middle at (540) 373-0383 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

100 Panther Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
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T. BENTON GAYLE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Fredericksburg, VA with about 930 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
930
Teachers:
58.99
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 930 students

White
46.7%
Black or African American
24.5%
Hispanic/Latino
13.8%
Two or more races
10.1%
Asian
4.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
50.1%
Male
49.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.