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#110 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 6% in state

Raymond J Grey Junior High

Middle School · Acton-Boxborough

16 Charter Rd, Acton, MA 01720

Enrollment

813

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

8.9

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#110 of 1,793

In Acton

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

Acton-Boxborough

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Raymond J Grey Junior High

8.9/10

Middle School in Acton · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Acton-boxborough Regional High

8.2/10

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7.8/10

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About Raymond J Grey Junior High

Raymond J Grey Junior High is a public middle school in Acton, MA, part of Acton-Boxborough. Raymond J Grey Junior High serves approximately 813 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Raymond J Grey Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #110 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Raymond J Grey Junior High show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.5 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+41.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.2 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+20.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,933
Chronic Absenteeism7.9%

Raymond J Grey Junior High — Students at Raymond J Grey Junior High score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 81.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.3% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
93%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
75.3%
2019
Math
82.3%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
78%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
78%
ELA
69.8%
2022
Math
80.3%
ELA
65%
2023
Math
79%
ELA
71%
2024
Math
77%
ELA
68.7%
2025
Math
81%
ELA
74.7%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Raymond J Grey Junior High Compares

See how Raymond J Grey Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
94th percentile in MA
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
69 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.9%

Location

16 Charter Rd, Acton, MA 01720

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Raymond J Grey Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Concord Middle (rated 9.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Concord), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hale (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Stow), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Fowler School (rated 7.4/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Maynard), a more accessible option. For more schools in Acton, see our Acton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Acton-Boxborough Regional High Acton 0.2 mi 8.2
McCarthy-Towne School Acton 0.2 mi 7.8
Merriam School Acton 0.2 mi 6.5
C.T. Douglas Elementary School Acton 0.8 mi 6.6
Paul P Gates Elementary School Acton 0.8 mi 8.9
Carol Huebner Early Childhood Program Acton 0.8 mi 4.7
Luther Conant School Acton 1.1 mi 8.1
Blanchard Memorial School Boxborough 2.5 mi 6.7
THE IMAGO SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Maynard 3.4 mi 5.7
Green Meadow Maynard 3.7 mi 6.5
Shaker Lane Elementary Littleton 3.7 mi 5.7
OAK MEADOW SCHOOL Littleton 3.7 mi 7.9
Fowler School Maynard 3.8 mi 7.4
Maynard High Maynard 3.9 mi 8.1
Hale Stow 3.5 mi 8.0
Center School Stow 3.8 mi 5.6
Thoreau Concord 3.5 mi 7.3
Littleton Middle School Littleton 4.8 mi 7.1
Concord Middle Concord 4.1 mi 9.4
Russell St Elementary Littleton 4.9 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$154,101

Median Home Value

$766,500

Median Rent

$1,908/mo

Population

23,322

College Educated

77.8%

Homeownership

75.4%

Avg Commute

35.2 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

44.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Raymond J Grey Junior High

What grades does Raymond J Grey Junior High serve?

Raymond J Grey Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Raymond J Grey Junior High?

Raymond J Grey Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 813 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Raymond J Grey Junior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Raymond J Grey Junior High is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Raymond J Grey Junior High rank in MA?

Raymond J Grey Junior High ranks #110 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Raymond J Grey Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Raymond J Grey Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Raymond J Grey Junior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Raymond J Grey Junior High has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Raymond J Grey Junior High a charter school?

No, Raymond J Grey Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Raymond J Grey Junior High a Title I school?

No, Raymond J Grey Junior High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
69
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.9%

District

Acton-Boxborough
District Enrollment
5,099
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,933
District Rank
#2 of 9

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