Serving 510 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 17% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gray School serves the southwest part of Tacoma, WA, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gray Middle School's student population of 510 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day.
School Rankings
Gray Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gray Middle School is 0.80, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1914 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
33%
27%
Black
18%
5%
White
17%
47%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pilots
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gray Middle School's ranking?
Gray Middle School is ranked #1914 out of 2,088 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Gray Middle School?
510 students attend Gray Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Gray Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 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 17:1.
What grades does Gray Middle School offer ?
Gray Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gray Middle School part of?
Gray Middle School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Gray Middle School located?
Gray Middle School is located in the South Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 7 other public schools located in South Tacoma.
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