Serving 1,068 students in grades 6-8, Gray's Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Grays Creek Middle serves the southwest part of Hope Mills, NC, covering an area of approximately 65.6 square miles. Most families are about 10-12 minutes away from the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 7.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gray's Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gray's Creek Middle School's student population of 1,068 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,068 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gray's Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gray's Creek Middle School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1483 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)43%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gray's Creek Middle School's ranking?
Gray's Creek Middle School is ranked #1483 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Gray's Creek Middle School often compared to?
Gray's Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seventy-first Classical Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Gray's Creek Middle School?
1,068 students attend Gray's Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Gray's Creek Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gray's Creek Middle School?
Gray's Creek Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gray's Creek Middle School offer ?
Gray's Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gray's Creek Middle School part of?
Gray's Creek Middle School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Gray's Creek Middle School located?
Gray's Creek Middle School is located in the Grays Creek neighborhood of Hope Mills, NC. There are 3 other public schools located in Grays Creek.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Very unprofessional and threat students and parents unfairly. As long as you don't complain to them about anything you will be okay. In the event that you have a problem and complain all of your childs' teachers will be notified and their teachers will join forces together against you and your child so beware.
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