Below Average
#8621 of 9,539 schools in CA
Gray Avenue Middle
Middle School · Yuba City Unified
808 Gray Ave., Yuba City, CA 95991
Enrollment
650
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
650
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,621 of 9,539
In Yuba City
#17 of 21
public schools
In district
#12 of 16
Yuba City Unified
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Gray Avenue Middle
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About Gray Avenue Middle
Gray Avenue Middle is a public middle school in Yuba City, CA, part of Yuba City Unified. Gray Avenue Middle serves approximately 650 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Gray Avenue Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,621 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gray Avenue Middle show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Gray Avenue Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Gray Avenue Middle — Students at Gray Avenue Middle score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How Gray Avenue Middle Compares
See how Gray Avenue Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
808 Gray Ave., Yuba City, CA 95991
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gray Avenue Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Twin Rivers Charter (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Yuba City Independence Academy (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, King Avenue Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yuba City, see our Yuba City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yuba City Independence Academy Yuba City | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Yuba City High Yuba City | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ST ISIDORE SCHOOL Yuba City | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Chesterton Academy of the Most Holy Eucharist Yuba City | 0.9 mi | — |
| King Avenue Elementary Yuba City | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Yuba City | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Bridge Street Elementary Yuba City | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Andros Karperos Yuba City | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| April Lane Elementary Yuba City | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Yuba City Charter Yuba City | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Sutter County Special Education Yuba City | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Feather River Academy Yuba City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Pathways Charter Academy Yuba City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Adventist Christian School Yuba City | 1.5 mi | — |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yuba City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary Yuba City | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Albert Powell Continuation Yuba City | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincrest Elementary Yuba City | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| River Valley High Yuba City | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Twin Rivers Charter Yuba City | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95991 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,853
Median Home Value
$366,200
Median Rent
$1,318/mo
Population
42,490
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
48.3%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gray Avenue Middle
What grades does Gray Avenue Middle serve?
Gray Avenue Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Gray Avenue Middle?
Gray Avenue Middle has an enrollment of approximately 650 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gray Avenue Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Gray Avenue Middle is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gray Avenue Middle rank in CA?
Gray Avenue Middle ranks #8,621 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gray Avenue Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Gray Avenue Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Gray Avenue Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gray Avenue Middle has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gray Avenue Middle a charter school?
No, Gray Avenue Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gray Avenue Middle a Title I school?
No, Gray Avenue Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gray Avenue Middle?
86.8% of students at Gray Avenue Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 650
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sutter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (530) 822-5240
Resources & Links
District
Yuba City Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,461
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,463
- District Rank
- #12 of 16
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