Rena B. Wright Primary serves 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Attendance Zone: RENA B WRIGHT PRIMARY serves the northern part of Chesapeake, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1 mile to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rena B. Wright Primary's student population of 300 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rena B. Wright Primary is 0.58, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
61%
21%
White
16%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Rena B. Wright Primary often compared to?
Rena B. Wright Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Truitt Intermediate, Portlock Primary by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Rena B. Wright Primary?
300 students attend Rena B. Wright Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Rena B. Wright Primary students are Black, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rena B. Wright Primary?
Rena B. Wright Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rena B. Wright Primary offer ?
Rena B. Wright Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rena B. Wright Primary part of?
Rena B. Wright Primary is part of Chesapeake City School District.
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