Serving 609 students in grades 6-8, Gray Station Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gray Station Middle School serves the northern part of Gray, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 300.8 square miles, where families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gray Station Middle School's student population of 609 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gray Station Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gray Station Middle School is 0.44, 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
#894 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
18%
36%
White
73%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gray Station Middle School's ranking?
Gray Station Middle School is ranked #894 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gray Station Middle School often compared to?
Gray Station Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clifton Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Gray Station Middle School?
609 students attend Gray Station Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Gray Station Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gray Station Middle School?
Gray Station Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gray Station Middle School offer ?
Gray Station Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gray Station Middle School part of?
Gray Station Middle School is part of Jones County School District.
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