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 (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- 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%)
- 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 401 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
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#29 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
13%
32%
White
61%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
401 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, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% 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 15:1, 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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