Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wright Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wright Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wright Elementary School's student population of 609 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Wright Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wright Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2047 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
53%
38%
Black
13%
21%
White
22%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Okaloosa School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wright Elementary School's ranking?
Wright Elementary School is ranked #2047 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wright Elementary School often compared to?
Wright Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shalimar Elementary School, Mary Esther Elementary School, Elliott Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Wright Elementary School?
609 students attend Wright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Wright Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wright Elementary School?
Wright Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wright Elementary School offer ?
Wright Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wright Elementary School part of?
Wright Elementary School is part of Okaloosa School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I would recomend this school, the fact of caring staff and teachers is amazing.
IT WOULD BE WONDERFULL IF SCHOOL WOULD PROVIDE VPK FOR 4 YEAR OLD KIDS .I BELIVE THAT WOULD HELP THE FUNDS OF THE SCHOOL.
I THANK EVERYONE
5 10/10/2025
Wright Elementary is a Leader In Me School. My children attended Wright and now I teach at Wright Elementary. The faculty at Wright are a dedicated group of individuals that work together as a team every day for our students. I enjoy sharing my days with the students and teachers. We are building Leaders at Wright Elementary Every Day!
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