Wrights Mill Road Elementary School ranked #29 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #33 in 2022 and #62 in 2019, placing it in the top 5% statewide among Union County NJ high schools.
Math proficiency was 76%, reading proficiency 77%, and science proficiency between 75–79%, all higher than the Alabama state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38%, respectively; these metrics have generally improved since 2019.
Enrollment was 401 students in grades 3–5 with a 15:1 student–teacher ratio; minority enrollment accounted for 39%, including 48 Hispanic, 51 Black, and 28 Asian/Pacific Islander students.
The percentage of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch increased from 30% and 4% in 2023, indicating a notable socioeconomic shift over recent years.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Wrights Mill Road Elementary School serves the southeast part of Auburn, AL, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wrights Mill Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wrights Mill Road Elementary School's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Wrights Mill Road Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wrights Mill Road Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#29 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
13%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
61%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wrights Mill Road Elementary School's ranking?
Wrights Mill Road Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Wrights Mill Road Elementary School often compared to?
Wrights Mill Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ogletree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Wrights Mill Road Elementary School?
388 students attend Wrights Mill Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Wrights Mill Road Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wrights Mill Road Elementary School?
Wrights Mill Road Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wrights Mill Road Elementary School offer ?
Wrights Mill Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wrights Mill Road Elementary School part of?
Wrights Mill Road Elementary School is part of Auburn City School District.
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