Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wright Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Wright Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Belton, SC, encompassing approximately 156.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wright Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wright Elementary School's student population of 193 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
193 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wright Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wright Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#119 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
4%
31%
White
81%
46%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wright Elementary School's ranking?
Wright Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Wright Elementary School?
193 students attend Wright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wright Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wright Elementary School?
Wright Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wright Elementary School offer ?
Wright Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wright Elementary School part of?
Wright Elementary School is part of Anderson 02 School District.
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