Serving 489 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wright Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wright Elementary serves the northeast part of Shelbyville, KY, covering an area of approximately 100.2 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 6.3 miles and the furthest edge located 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wright Elementary School's student population of 489 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
489 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wright Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wright Elementary School is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#885 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
23%
10%
Black
4%
11%
White
67%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wright Elementary School's ranking?
Wright Elementary School is ranked #885 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Wright Elementary School often compared to?
Wright Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marnel C. Moorman School, Clear Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Wright Elementary School?
489 students attend Wright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Wright Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wright Elementary School?
Wright Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
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 Shelby County School District.
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