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About PGCPS

Discover What Makes PGCPS & Our Community Special
 
Located in Southside Virginia within the Virginia Department of Education's Region 1, Prince George County Public Schools is focused on preparing our students to navigate an ever-changing world by engaging, encouraging, and inspiring every child throughout their educational journey.  
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About Our Community
Prince George County: A Thriving, Growing Community
 
PGMapLocated 25 miles southeast of Richmond, the state capital, Prince George County finds its home in the heart of Southside Virginia. Bordered on the north by the James River and the City of Hopewell and on the west by the Appomattox River and the City of Petersburg, the county's rich centuries-long history is showcased through the community's Regional Heritage Center and Petersburg National Park, the site of major battles during the Civil War.
 
Prince George County is nestled between the natural splendor of both the famed Blue Ridge Mountains and the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, each just two hours beyond the county's borders. Premiere entertainment, sports, and historic attractions find their home to 30 minutes to the county's north in the City of Richmond.
 
The county is home to Fort Lee, a military installation whose history dates back to 1917. Over 100 years later, the base continues to provide administrative and logistical support to the United States Army and currently stands as the third largest training center in the Army. Children living on post are served by the county school division.
 
Several colleges and universities are located within a 60-mile radius of the county. Richard Bland is a two-year affiliate of the College of William and Mary and offers associate degrees in business, arts and science.
 
Two community colleges, Brightpoint and J. Sargeant Reynolds, offer a range of one- and two-year programs.
 
The University of Richmond, Virginia Commonwealth University, the College of William and Mary, Virginia Union University, Randolph-Macon College and Virginia State University offer a wide range of four-year programs, as well as advanced degrees and are within driving distance of Prince George County.
 
Growth Takes Root in Prince George County
 
According to data from the United States Census Bureau released in 2022, from 2010 to 2020, Prince George County's population grew by 20 percent to 43,010, making it the fifth fastest-growing county in Virginia. 
 
Prince George County only trails Manassas Park City, Stafford, New Kent, and Loudoun Counties in the U.S. Census' population growth metric. 
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AltMarkMeet Our Schools
Prince George County Public Schools
 
Our Mission:
To engage, encourage, and inspire every child, every day.
 
Our Strategic Goal:
To prepare students to navigate an ever-changing world
 
PGCPS VDOE School Quality Profile:
Click HERE to view Prince George County Public Schools' Virginia Department of Education School Quality Profile. (link opens in a new window)
 
 
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Prince George County Public Schools
District Quick Facts

Prince George County Public Schools is home to nine schools that serve the educational needs of our children.
  • David A. Harrison Elementary (PK-5)
  • L.L. Beazley Elementary (PK-5)
  • Middle Road Elementary (PK-5)
  • North Elementary (PK-5) 
  • South Elementary (PK-5)
  • J.E.J. Moore Middle (6-7) 
  • N.B. Clements Junior High (8-9)
  • Prince George High School (10-12) 
  • Prince George Education Center 
Prince George County Public Schools is a member of several regional schools that provide unique educational experiences for our children.
Prince George County Public Schools Enrollment
  • 6,221 (Fall Membership, 2024-25, VDOE)
Prince George County Public Schools College and Career Readiness
  • On-Time Graduation Rate (2024): 90.0%
  • Number of Graduates (2024): 426
Prince George County Public Schools Employees
  • 868 full-time, active employees
  • 131 part-time, active employees
District Accomplishments
Prince George County Public Schools is proud to be home to award-winning employees who've excelled in their profession, a school division supported by our local business, and a district that recognizing those staff members who go the extra mile and keep our children as their true north everyday.
 
Use the arrow to reveal each section of honors received by Prince George County Public Schools, its faculty and staff in past years. 
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PGCPS Alumni Profiles
Telling The Story of Royals Who Are Leading, Innovating, and Inspiring Our World
 
Prince George County is home to incredible students who do extraordinary things within our schools during their educational journey at home. In a few steps across a stage, they clutch their diploma and prepare to embark on the next phase of their lives. Prince George High School Royals step into the world seeking to lead in their community or abroad, innovate in ways never seen before, and inspire the next generation of students to follow in their footsteps.
 
Discover their stories in our Alumni Profiles - CLICK HERE
Alumni Stories

Why Join TeamPGCPS?

Competitive Salary and Benefits
  • Starting salary competitive with surrounding school districts
  • Stipends for the following critical shortage areas:
    • Math for Credit
      Teacher = $1,500
    • Career and Technical Education for Credit Teacher = $1,500
    • Learning Specialists (Special Education Teacher) = $4,500
    • Special Education Para = $1,000
  • Benefits include health and life insurance, retirement benefits.
  • 2025-26 Benefits Booklet
 
Teacher Support and Professional Development
  • Detailed week-long New Teacher Orientation
  • New teacher mentoring program
  • Tuition reimbursement available
 
Proven Facts
  • Excellent curriculum offerings, athletics, and activities programming
  • Virginia Department of Education recognizes all schools accredited for 2023-24
  • The On-Time Graduation Rate for Prince George High School is 90.0% in 2024
  • National Blue Ribbon School recipient: L.L. Beazley Elementary School (2013)
  • Virginia Purple Star Designation: L.L. Beazley Elementary, David A. Harrison, Middle Road Elementary, North Elementary, South Elementary, J.E.J. Moore Middle School
  • Virginia Music Educators Association Blue Ribbon School, 2022-23: Prince George High School
  • All county schools AdvancED-accredited
 
Virginia Teacher Licensure Information
  • Click HERE for more information regarding Virginia Department of Education teacher licensure (link opens in a new window).