Serving 825 students in grades 7-8, Raymond J Grey Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raymond J Grey Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Raymond J Grey Junior High School's student population of 825 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
825 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Raymond J Grey Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Raymond J Grey Junior High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#167 out of 1644 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
3%
10%
White
51%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raymond J Grey Junior High School's ranking?
Raymond J Grey Junior High School is ranked #167 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Raymond J Grey Junior High School often compared to?
Raymond J Grey Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Glenn Middle School, Wayland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Raymond J Grey Junior High School?
825 students attend Raymond J Grey Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Raymond J Grey Junior High School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raymond J Grey Junior High School?
Raymond J Grey Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Raymond J Grey Junior High School offer ?
Raymond J Grey Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Raymond J Grey Junior High School part of?
Raymond J Grey Junior High School is part of Acton-Boxborough School District.
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