Serving 21 students in grades 6-8, South Gray Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Gray Jr High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Copeland, KS, covering an area of approximately 200 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge located about 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Gray Jr High School's student population of 21 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Where every day is a great day to be a Rebel.
School Rankings
South Gray Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Gray Jr High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#716 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
23%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
38%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Gray Jr High School's ranking?
South Gray Jr High School is ranked #716 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend South Gray Jr High School?
21 students attend South Gray Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of South Gray Jr High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Gray Jr High School?
South Gray Jr High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Gray Jr High School offer ?
South Gray Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Gray Jr High School part of?
South Gray Jr High School is part of Copeland School District.
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