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Gray Elementary School

Elementary School · Washington County

755 Gray Station RD, Gray, TN 37615

Enrollment

498

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#946 of 1,786

In Gray

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#8 of 13

Washington County

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Gray Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Gray · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Gray Elementary School

Gray Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gray, TN, part of Washington County. Gray Elementary School serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Gray Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #946 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Gray Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+15 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,306
Chronic Absenteeism18.9%

Gray Elementary School — Students at Gray Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 51.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
49.4%
ELA
39.8%
2025
Math
54.2%
ELA
45.2%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Gray Elementary School Compares

See how Gray Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
47th percentile in TN
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

755 Gray Station RD, Gray, TN 37615

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gray Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Towne Acres Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Johnson City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Ridge Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Johnson City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John Adams Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Kingsport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gray, see our Gray schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
LIVING SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gray 1.6 mi 5.2
Ridgeview Elementary School Gray 2.2 mi 6.8
Daniel Boone High School Gray 2.8 mi 6.5
Miller Perry Elementary Kingsport 3.0 mi 8.3
Boones Creek Elementary School Johnson City 4.6 mi 8.3
Indian Trail Middle School Johnson City 5.2 mi 7.3
PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Johnson City 5.9 mi 5.0
Rock Springs Elementary Kingsport 5.9 mi 7.4
Sullivan Heights Middle School Kingsport 6.0 mi 7.4
Sulphur Springs Elementary Jonesborough 6.0 mi 7.4
John Adams Elementary School Kingsport 5.5 mi 8.7
Holston Elementary Blountville 6.2 mi 5.2
Lake Ridge Elementary Johnson City 5.6 mi 9.2
West Ridge High School Blountville 7.4 mi 4.0
Towne Acres Elementary Johnson City 7.2 mi 9.5
Woodland Elementary Johnson City 7.7 mi 8.6
Andrew Johnson Elementary School Kingsport 8.2 mi 7.9
Ross N. Robinson Middle School Kingsport 8.4 mi 6.9
Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy Johnson City 7.9 mi 6.1
Palmer Early Learning Center Kingsport 8.7 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,556

Median Home Value

$261,200

Median Rent

$966/mo

Population

22,013

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

44.5

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Central Elementary Wartburg, TN 6.4
Henry Elementary Henry, TN 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gray Elementary School

What grades does Gray Elementary School serve?

Gray Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Gray Elementary School?

Gray Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gray Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gray Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gray Elementary School rank in TN?

Gray Elementary School ranks #946 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Gray Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gray Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gray Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Gray Elementary School a charter school?

No, Gray Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gray Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Gray Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

District

Washington County
District Enrollment
8,103
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,306
District Rank
#8 of 13

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