Below Average
#3374 of 3,778 schools in FL
Gray Middle School
Middle School · LAKE
205 E MAGNOLIA ST, Groveland, FL 34736
Enrollment
1,067
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,067
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,374 of 3,778
In Groveland
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#46 of 50
LAKE
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Gray Middle School
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About Gray Middle School
Gray Middle School is a public middle school in Groveland, FL, part of LAKE. Gray Middle School serves approximately 1,067 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Gray Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,374 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Gray Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Gray Middle School 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 Middle School — Students at Gray Middle School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How Gray Middle School Compares
See how Gray Middle School 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
205 E MAGNOLIA ST, Groveland, FL 34736
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gray Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MINNEOLA CONVERSION CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Minneola), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRAISE TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CYPRESS RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Clermont), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Groveland, see our Groveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34736 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,478
Median Home Value
$335,300
Median Rent
$1,535/mo
Population
26,086
College Educated
31.6%
Homeownership
88.2%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
42
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gray Middle School
What grades does Gray Middle School serve?
Gray Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Gray Middle School?
Gray Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,067 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gray Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gray Middle School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gray Middle School rank in FL?
Gray Middle School ranks #3,374 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Gray Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gray Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gray Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gray Middle School a charter school?
No, Gray Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gray Middle School a Title I school?
No, Gray Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gray Middle School?
40.9% of students at Gray Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,067
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.4%
- Phone
- (352) 429-3322
Resources & Links
District
LAKE- District Enrollment
- 48,285
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,770
- District Rank
- #46 of 50
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