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#698 of 1,176 schools in SC
Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle
Elementary School · Laurens 55
P.O. Box 128, Gray Court, SC 29645
Enrollment
755
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
755
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#698 of 1,176
In Gray Court
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Laurens 55
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle
Elementary School in Gray Court · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle
Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle is a public elementary school in Gray Court, SC, part of Laurens 55. Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle serves approximately 755 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #698 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle — Students at Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from SC 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: 6.4/10.
How Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle Compares
See how Gray Court-owings Elementary/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
P.O. Box 128, Gray Court, SC 29645
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FIVE OAKS ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Simpsonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fountain Inn Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Fountain Inn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ruldolph G. Gordon School at Jones Mill (rated 6.9/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Simpsonville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gray Court, see our Gray Court schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fountain Inn High Fountain Inn | 7.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Fountain Inn Elementary Fountain Inn | 7.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Hickory Tavern Elementary/Middle Gray Court | 7.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Laurens District 55 High Laurens | 8.7 mi | 6.9 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Enoree | 7.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Laurens Elementary Laurens | 8.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Bryson Elementary Simpsonville | 8.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Ruldolph G. Gordon School at Jones Mill Simpsonville | 9.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Laurens Middle Laurens | 9.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Woodruff High Woodruff | 9.6 mi | 7.0 |
| E. B. Morse Elementary Laurens | 10.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Woodruff Elementary Woodruff | 9.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Hillcrest High Simpsonville | 9.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Woodruff Primary Woodruff | 9.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Woodruff Middle Woodruff | 10.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Bryson Middle Simpsonville | 9.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Ford Elementary Laurens | 9.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Sanders Middle Laurens | 11.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Ralph Chandler Middle Simpsonville | 10.2 mi | 5.2 |
| FIVE OAKS ACADEMY Simpsonville | 11.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29645 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,643
Median Home Value
$163,700
Median Rent
$906/mo
Population
11,212
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
79.5%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
44.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aiken Elementary Aiken, SC | 5.9 |
| Crosswell Elementary Easley, SC | 5.9 |
| Dacusville Elementary Easley, SC | 5.9 |
| Hammond Hill Elementary North Augusta, SC | 5.9 |
| James H. Spann Elementary Summerville, SC | 5.9 |
| Johnsonville Elementary Johnsonville, SC | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle
What grades does Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle serve?
Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle?
Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle has an enrollment of approximately 755 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle rank in SC?
Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle ranks #698 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle a charter school?
No, Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle a Title I school?
No, Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gray Court-owings Elementary/middle?
100.0% of students at Gray Court-owings Elementary/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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 755
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Laurens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.3%
- Phone
- (864) 876-2131
Resources & Links
District
Laurens 55- District Enrollment
- 5,206
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,216
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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