Serving 618 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wright Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wright Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wright Elementary School's student population of 618 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wright Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wright Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1811 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
35%
36%
Black
15%
21%
White
38%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wright Elementary School's ranking?
Wright Elementary School is ranked #1811 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wright Elementary School often compared to?
Wright Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shalimar Elementary School, Mary Esther Elementary School, Elliott Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Wright Elementary School?
618 students attend Wright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Wright Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wright Elementary School?
Wright Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wright Elementary School offer ?
Wright Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wright Elementary School part of?
Wright Elementary School is part of Okaloosa School District.
School Reviews
5 2/6/2017
Wright Elementary is a Leader In Me School. My children attended Wright and now I teach at Wright Elementary. The faculty at Wright are a dedicated group of individuals that work together as a team every day for our students. I enjoy sharing my days with the students and teachers. We are building Leaders at Wright Elementary Every Day!
5 10/6/2012
I would recomend this school, the fact of caring staff and teachers is amazing.
IT WOULD BE WONDERFULL IF SCHOOL WOULD PROVIDE VPK FOR 4 YEAR OLD KIDS .I BELIVE THAT WOULD HELP THE FUNDS OF THE SCHOOL.
I THANK EVERYONE
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