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Gray Middle School

5505 SW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR, 97239

Top 10% School in Oregon

Ranked 42 of 214 in Oregon

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About Gray Middle School

In Southwest Portland, Robert Gray Middle School is at 5505 SW 23rd Ave. There are 450 students in grades 6–8 at the school. There is a student–teacher ratio of 16:1. The test results show that 56% of students are good at math and 70% are good at reading. There are 51% female students and 49% male students. The atmosphere is very focused on academics and open to all students. Teachers are committed to keeping a strict curriculum that pushes students to do their best. The campus is peaceful and well-kept, which makes it easy to focus on learning every day. The cost of homes in the Hillsdale area is between $650,000 and $980,000. Parents have a lot of faith in the school's ability to get students ready for top high schools. Parents who are very involved in school committees help keep the community strong and supportive. People often say that the music and arts programs for all grades are very good. Families like that the middle school experience focuses on critical thinking and being a good global citizen. One of the best middle schools in Oregonis Robert Gray Middle School.

Contact Information

Address

5505 SW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR, 97239

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Phone

(503) 916-5676

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 56%
Reading 70%
State average proficiency is 56% in Math and 70% in Reading.
24
Full-time Teachers
20 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
471
Total Students
$63467
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 42 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Gray Middle School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:15 AM – 3:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 9:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 73.67%
Asian 3.18%
Hispanic 9.34%
Black 3.4%
Two+ Races 9.55%
Native Am. 0%
White
73.67%
Asian
3.18%
Hispanic
9.34%
Black
3.4%
Two+ Races
9.55%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 471
46.92%
221 Female
52.23%
246 Male

Student Population

471 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

235 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Gray Middle School was recognized for its high proficiency in reading and math in SW Portland, maintaining a top-tier academic reputation within the Portland Public Schools district.

FAQ

Q1. During the winter, how does Robert Gray Middle School let families know about school closures or delays due to bad weather?

Ans. The district-wide PPS text and email alert system sends out emergency alerts, which are also posted on the official website.

Q2. Is there a late bus for students at Robert Gray Middle School who are in sports or clubs after school?

Ans. Yes, the school often works with the SUN program to give students who stay after school for activities limited transportation.

Q3. Where can I get the guide to elective courses for students at Robert Gray Middle School for 2025–2026?

Ans. During the spring registration period, you can download the elective forecasting guide from the school's Counseling page.

Q4. How can parents take part in meetings of the Robert Gray Middle School PTA or school site council?

Ans. The school's official website's PTA page is updated often with information about meeting times and volunteer opportunities.

Q5. What kinds of technology do students at Robert Gray Middle School have access to for their daily schoolwork?

Ans. The school gives each student their own computer and lets them use computer labs and classrooms that use technology in their lessons.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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