Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gray's Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gray's Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gray's Creek Elementary School's student population of 428 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing Global Citizens
School Rankings
Gray's Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gray's Creek Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1100 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
21%
24%
White
47%
42%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gray's Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Gray's Creek Elementary School is ranked #1100 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Gray's Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Gray's Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gallberry Farm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Gray's Creek Elementary School?
428 students attend Gray's Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gray's Creek Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gray's Creek Elementary School?
Gray's Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gray's Creek Elementary School offer ?
Gray's Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gray's Creek Elementary School part of?
Gray's Creek Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Gray's Creek Elementary School located?
Gray's Creek Elementary School is located in the Grays Creek neighborhood of Hope Mills, NC. There are 3 other public schools located in Grays Creek.
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