Serving 590 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Daniel Wright Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Daniel Wright Elementary School serves the southeast part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school from the edge of the attendance zone, and the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daniel Wright Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Daniel Wright Elementary School's student population of 590 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
School Rankings
Daniel Wright Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daniel Wright Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1371 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel Wright Elementary School's ranking?
Daniel Wright Elementary School is ranked #1371 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Daniel Wright Elementary School often compared to?
Daniel Wright Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gables Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Daniel Wright Elementary School?
590 students attend Daniel Wright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Daniel Wright Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daniel Wright Elementary School?
Daniel Wright Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Daniel Wright Elementary School offer ?
Daniel Wright Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Daniel Wright Elementary School part of?
Daniel Wright Elementary School is part of Dublin City School District.
In what neighborhood is Daniel Wright Elementary School located?
Daniel Wright Elementary School is located in the The Gables neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in The Gables.
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