Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wilbur Wright School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilbur Wright School serves the west part of Cleveland, OH, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilbur Wright School's student population of 521 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilbur Wright School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilbur Wright 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
#2879 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilbur Wright School's ranking?
Wilbur Wright School is ranked #2879 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wilbur Wright School often compared to?
Wilbur Wright Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Wilbur Wright School?
521 students attend Wilbur Wright School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Wilbur Wright School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilbur Wright School?
Wilbur Wright School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilbur Wright School offer ?
Wilbur Wright School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilbur Wright School part of?
Wilbur Wright School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilbur Wright School located?
Wilbur Wright School is located in the West Boulevard neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in West Boulevard.
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