Serving 742 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gary D Wright Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gary D Wright Elementary School serves the western part of the Hampshire, IL school district, covering an area of approximately 32.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 10 to 12-minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gary D Wright Elementary School's student population of 742 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
742 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Empower. Innovate. Succeed.'
School Rankings
Gary D Wright Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gary D Wright Elementary School is 0.61, which is less 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
#1523 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gary D Wright Elementary School's ranking?
Gary D Wright Elementary School is ranked #1523 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gary D Wright Elementary School often compared to?
Gary D Wright Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cambridge Lakes Charter School, Leggee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gary D Wright Elementary School?
742 students attend Gary D Wright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Gary D Wright Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gary D Wright Elementary School?
Gary D Wright Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gary D Wright Elementary School offer ?
Gary D Wright Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gary D Wright Elementary School part of?
Gary D Wright Elementary School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
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