Serving 659 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wright Brothers Elementary 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 39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wright Brothers Elementary School serves the southern part of Dayton, OH, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wright Brothers Elementary School's student population of 659 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
ACHIEVE TODAY, EXCEL TOMORROW
School Rankings
Wright Brothers Elementary 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 Wright Brothers Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2225 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
24%
17%
White
50%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wright Brothers Elementary School's ranking?
Wright Brothers Elementary School is ranked #2225 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wright Brothers Elementary School often compared to?
Wright Brothers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles Huber Elementary School, Valley Forge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Wright Brothers Elementary School?
659 students attend Wright Brothers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Wright Brothers Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wright Brothers Elementary School?
Wright Brothers Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wright Brothers Elementary School offer ?
Wright Brothers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wright Brothers Elementary School part of?
Wright Brothers Elementary School is part of Huber Heights City School District.
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