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Gray's Woods Elementary School

State College Area SD · Centre County · 160 Brackenbourne Drive, Port Matilda, PA 16870.0

(814)235-6100

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8/10
#367
Rank 367 out of 1,545
Top 24%
English Language Arts8/10 · #440 · 72nd percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #452 · 71st percentile
Science10/10 · #132 · 91st percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Gray's Woods Elementary sits just outside State College in the quiet, wooded community of Port Matilda, making it a great fit for families who want a small-town feel with easy access to a university town's resources. The school stands out for its notably strong science program, which aligns well with the research-minded culture that comes with living near Penn State — it's the kind of place where curiosity tends to be encouraged both in and out of the classroom. Families drawn to Centre County for its outdoor lifestyle, tight-knit neighborhoods, and academic atmosphere will find Gray's Woods a comfortable and solid choice.

Student Demographics

163 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
142 (87%)
Asian
10 (6%)
Multiple Races
7 (4%)
Hispanic
3 (2%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged22 (13%)
Students with Disabilities21 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

356
Enrollment
29.4
Teachers (FTE)
12.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs2/10 · #1271 · 20th percentile

10 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.