Serving 341 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wright Elementary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wright Elementary's student population of 341 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Wright Elementary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wright Elementary is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5659 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
341%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wright Elementary's ranking?
Wright Elementary is ranked #5659 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wright Elementary often compared to?
Wright Elementaryis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wright Elementary?
341 students attend Wright Elementary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Wright Elementary students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wright Elementary?
Wright Elementary has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wright Elementary offer ?
Wright Elementary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Wright Elementary part of?
Wright Elementary is part of Wright Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Wright Elementary located?
Wright Elementary is located in the Southwest Santa Rosa neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Southwest Santa Rosa.
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