Peasley Middle vs Smithfield Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 52 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Peasley Middle
Gloucester · Public middle · Grades 6–8
565 students
Smithfield Middle
Smithfield · Public middle · Grades 7–8
565 students
| Measure | Peasley Middle Gloucester, Virginia | Smithfield Middle Smithfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #119 of 340 | #59 of 340 |
| National rank | #1773 of 15,369 | #488 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 565 | 565 |
| Enrollment | 565 | 565 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.3% | 30.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 82% |
| city | Gloucester | Smithfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smithfield Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.8 vs 78.3).
- •Peasley Middle does better on math proficiency (84% vs 82%).
- •Peasley Middle does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 77%).
- •Smithfield Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.1% vs 65.3%).
- •Peasley Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.6).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Peasley Middle better than Smithfield Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Smithfield Middle ranks higher (87.8 vs 78.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Peasley Middle and Smithfield Middle?
About 52 km in a straight line, between Gloucester and Smithfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Peasley Middle: 565. Smithfield Middle: 565. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Peasley Middle and Smithfield Middle rank in Virginia?
Peasley Middle is 119th of 340 and Smithfield Middle is 59th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).