Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wright Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wright Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wright Elementary School's student population of 378 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wright Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wright Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#215 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
3%
3%
White
55%
57%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wright Elementary School's ranking?
Wright Elementary School is ranked #215 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Wright Elementary School often compared to?
Wright Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumpter Elementary School, Candalaria Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Wright Elementary School?
378 students attend Wright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Wright Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wright Elementary School?
Wright Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wright Elementary School offer ?
Wright Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wright Elementary School part of?
Wright Elementary School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Wright Elementary School located?
Wright Elementary School is located in the Faye Wright neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Faye Wright.
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