Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wrightwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wrightwood Elementary serves the southwest part of Phelan, CA, covering an area of approximately 82.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 13.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wrightwood Elementary School's student population of 336 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
336 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Wrightwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wrightwood Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#3560 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
61%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wrightwood Raccoon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wrightwood Elementary School's ranking?
Wrightwood Elementary School is ranked #3560 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wrightwood Elementary School?
336 students attend Wrightwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Wrightwood Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wrightwood Elementary School?
Wrightwood Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wrightwood Elementary School offer ?
Wrightwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wrightwood Elementary School part of?
Wrightwood Elementary School is part of Snowline Joint Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Wrightwood Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last day of school-Early out 1:30
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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