Serving 250 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert Gray Elementary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Gray Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Robert Gray Elementary School's student population of 250 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Rankings
Robert Gray Elementary 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 Robert Gray Elementary School is 0.59, which is less 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
#1861 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
44%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
47%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Gray Elementary School's ranking?
Robert Gray Elementary School is ranked #1861 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Robert Gray Elementary School often compared to?
Robert Gray Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcdermoth Elementary School, Stevens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Robert Gray Elementary School?
250 students attend Robert Gray Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Robert Gray Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Gray Elementary School?
Robert Gray Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Robert Gray Elementary School offer ?
Robert Gray Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Gray Elementary School part of?
Robert Gray Elementary School is part of Aberdeen School District.
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