Serving 541 students in grades 6-8, Gray Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gray Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gray Middle School's student population of 541 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gray Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gray Middle School is 0.81, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1935 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)34%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
29%
25%
Black
16%
5%
White
22%
50%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gray Middle School's ranking?
Gray Middle School is ranked #1935 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Gray Middle School often compared to?
Gray Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angelo Giaudrone Middle School, First Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Gray Middle School?
541 students attend Gray Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Gray Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gray Middle School?
Gray Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gray Middle School offer ?
Gray Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gray Middle School part of?
Gray Middle School is part of Tacoma School District.
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