Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Gray Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gray Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gray Elementary School's student population of 410 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gray Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gray Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#169 out of 2092 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
80%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gray Elementary School's ranking?
Gray Elementary School is ranked #169 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Gray Elementary School often compared to?
Gray Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like David Harrison Elementary School, Mcbride Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Gray Elementary School?
410 students attend Gray Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Gray Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gray Elementary School?
Gray Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gray Elementary School offer ?
Gray Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Gray Elementary School part of?
Gray Elementary School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
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