Serving 356 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Gray's Woods Elementary School serves the western part of Port Matilda, PA, covering an area of approximately 31.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 9.3 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gray's Woods Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
For the strength of the Pack is the Wolf, and the strength of the Wolf is the Pack.
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 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#330 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gray
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 #330 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
356 students attend Gray's Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Gray's Woods Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% 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 13:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gray's Woods Elementary School part of?
Gray's Woods Elementary School is part of State College Area School District.
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