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#1436 of 2,221 schools in MO
Gray Elem.
Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII
2102 W FARM RD 182, Springfield, MO 65810
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,436 of 2,221
In Springfield
#42 of 58
public schools
In district
#41 of 53
SPRINGFIELD R-XII
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Gray Elem.
Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gray Elem.
Gray Elem. is a public elementary school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. Gray Elem. serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Gray Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,436 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Gray Elem. show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Gray Elem. — Students at Gray Elem. score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 5.0/10.
How Gray Elem. Compares
See how Gray Elem. 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
2102 W FARM RD 182, Springfield, MO 65810
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gray Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFRIES ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCBRIDE ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Springfield | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| MCBRIDE ELEM. Springfield | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| JEFFRIES ELEM. Springfield | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| CHEROKEE MIDDLE Springfield | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Springfield | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| NEW COVENANT ACADEMY Springfield | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| KICKAPOO HIGH Springfield | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| WILSON'S CREEK 5-6 INTER. CTR. Battlefield | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| THE SUMMIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Springfield | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| CARVER MIDDLE Springfield | 3.5 mi | 8.3 |
| ADAH FULBRIGHT EARLY CHILDHOOD Springfield | 3.4 mi | 3.8 |
| SHERWOOD ELEM. Springfield | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| NICHOLAS A. INMAN INTERMEDIATE Nixa | 3.8 mi | 7.3 |
| WALT DISNEY ELEM. Springfield | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| COWDEN ELEM. Springfield | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Springfield | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Springfield | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| HOLLAND ELEM. Springfield | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,562
Median Home Value
$282,900
Median Rent
$1,109/mo
Population
22,109
College Educated
46.7%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
46.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRYAN ELEM. Nevada, MO | 5.7 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis, MO | 5.7 |
| EDWIN P. HUBBLE ELEM. Marshfield, MO | 5.7 |
| EZARD ELEM. Conway, MO | 5.7 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Carthage, MO | 5.7 |
| HALE COOK ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gray Elem.
What grades does Gray Elem. serve?
Gray Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Gray Elem.?
Gray Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gray Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Gray Elem. is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gray Elem. rank in MO?
Gray Elem. ranks #1,436 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Gray Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Gray Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gray Elem. has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gray Elem. a charter school?
No, Gray Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gray Elem. a Title I school?
No, Gray Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gray Elem.?
25.6% of students at Gray Elem. 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Greene County
- Phone
- (417) 523-4000
Resources & Links
District
SPRINGFIELD R-XII- District Enrollment
- 24,267
- Schools in District
- 57
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,461
- District Rank
- #41 of 53
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