Serving 562 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Wright Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wright Elementary serves a central area in El Monte, CA, covering approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wright Elementary School's student population of 562 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
562 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Wright Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wright Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#3446 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
23%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
75%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
20%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
28%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wright Elementary School's ranking?
Wright Elementary School is ranked #3446 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wright Elementary School?
562 students attend Wright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Wright Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wright Elementary School?
Wright Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wright Elementary School offer ?
Wright Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Wright Elementary School part of?
Wright Elementary School is part of El Monte City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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