Serving 498 students in grades 6-8, Wright Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wright Middle serves the southeast part of Nashville, TN, covering an area of approximately 9.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wright Middle School's student population of 498 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
47 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
‘I pledge to Wright Middle School to be READY, RESPECTFUL, and RESPONSIBLE.’
School Rankings
Wright Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wright Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1637 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
40%
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wright Middle School's ranking?
Wright Middle School is ranked #1637 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Wright Middle School often compared to?
Wright Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moses Mckissack Middle School, Valor Flagship Academy, Valor Voyager Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Wright Middle School?
498 students attend Wright Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Wright Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Wright Middle School offer ?
Wright Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wright Middle School part of?
Wright Middle School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Wright Middle School located?
Wright Middle School is located in the Glencliff neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Glencliff.
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