Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gray's Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gray's Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gray's Woods Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gray's Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gray's Woods Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#473 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gray's Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Gray's Woods Elementary School is ranked #473 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Gray's Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Gray's Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Gray's Woods Elementary School?
387 students attend Gray's Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Gray's Woods Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gray's Woods Elementary School?
Gray's Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gray's Woods Elementary School offer ?
Gray's Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gray's Woods Elementary School part of?
Gray's Woods Elementary School is part of State College Area SD School District.
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