Peabody Middle School serves 515 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
515 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
96%
22%
White
2%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Peabody Middle School?
515 students attend Peabody Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Peabody Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peabody Middle School?
Peabody Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peabody Middle School offer ?
Peabody Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Peabody Middle School part of?
Peabody Middle School is part of Petersburg City Public Schools.
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