Serving 483 students in grades 6-8, Gray Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 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 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gray Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gray Middle School's student population of 483 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gray Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gray Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
4%
3%
White
73%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gray Middle School's ranking?
Gray Middle School is ranked #133 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Gray Middle School?
483 students attend Gray Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Gray Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gray Middle School?
Gray Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, 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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