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#1321 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 50% in state
Gray's Creek High
High School · Cumberland County Schools
5301 Celebration Drive, Hope Mills, NC 28348
Enrollment
1,419
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,419
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,321 of 2,648
In Hope Mills
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#31 of 84
Cumberland County Schools
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Gray's Creek High
High School in Hope Mills · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gray's Creek High
Gray's Creek High is a public high school in Hope Mills, NC, part of Cumberland County Schools. Gray's Creek High serves approximately 1,419 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Gray's Creek High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,321 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Gray's Creek High show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Gray's Creek High 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's Creek High — Students at Gray's Creek High score 63% proficient, which is in line with what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NC 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: 8.3/10.
How Gray's Creek High Compares
See how Gray's Creek High 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
5301 Celebration Drive, Hope Mills, NC 28348
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gray's Creek High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gray's Creek Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLAMING SWORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gallberry Farm Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hope Mills, see our Hope Mills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gallberry Farm Elementary Hope Mills | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Gray's Creek Middle Hope Mills | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Gray's Creek Elementary Hope Mills | 3.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Alderman Road Elementary Fayetteville | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Hope Mills Middle Hope Mills | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| South View High Hope Mills | 4.1 mi | 5.0 |
| South View Middle Hope Mills | 4.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Ed V Baldwin Elementary Hope Mills | 4.3 mi | 3.2 |
| FREEDOM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 5.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Rockfish Elementary Hope Mills | 4.5 mi | 5.6 |
| FLAMING SWORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hope Mills | 5.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary Fayetteville | 5.9 mi | 5.9 |
| C Wayne Collier Elementary Hope Mills | 5.7 mi | 5.9 |
| GREATER FAYETTEVILLE ADVENTIST Fayetteville | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Cumberland Road Elementary Fayetteville | 6.9 mi | 5.1 |
| ACADEMY AT NEW LIFE Hope Mills | 6.1 mi | — |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 6.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Cumberland Mills Elementary Fayetteville | 6.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Parkton Elementary Parkton | 5.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Howard Learning Academy Fayetteville | 7.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28348 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,213
Median Home Value
$203,700
Median Rent
$1,111/mo
Population
38,921
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
33.8
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| East Duplin High Beulaville, NC | 6.3 |
| Eugene Ashley High Wilmington, NC | 6.3 |
| Forestview High Gastonia, NC | 6.3 |
| Hopewell High School Huntersville, NC | 6.3 |
| Jacksonville High Jacksonville, NC | 6.3 |
| Cape Fear High Fayetteville, NC | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gray's Creek High
What grades does Gray's Creek High serve?
Gray's Creek High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gray's Creek High?
Gray's Creek High has an enrollment of approximately 1,419 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gray's Creek High?
The student-teacher ratio at Gray's Creek High is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gray's Creek High rank in NC?
Gray's Creek High ranks #1,321 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Gray's Creek High's MySchoolScout rating?
Gray's Creek High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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's Creek High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gray's Creek High has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gray's Creek High a charter school?
No, Gray's Creek High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gray's Creek High a Title I school?
No, Gray's Creek High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gray's Creek High?
45.5% of students at Gray's Creek High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,419
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (910) 424-8589
- 4-Year Graduation
- 89.0%
Resources & Links
District
Cumberland County Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,314
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,118
- District Rank
- #31 of 84
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