Serving 478 students in grades 6-8, Gray Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Math Proficiency: 71%
- Reading Proficiency: 75%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gray Middle School's student population of 478 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gray Middle School is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)71%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
3%
2%
White
73%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gray Middle School often compared to?
Gray Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Gray Middle School?
478 students attend Gray Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Gray Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gray Middle School?
Gray Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gray Middle School offer ?
Gray Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gray Middle School part of?
Gray Middle School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Gray Middle School located?
Gray Middle School is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 10 other public schools located in Southwest Portland.
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