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#757 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 38% in state

John B Wright Elementary School

Elementary School · Tucson Unified District (4403)

4311 E LINDEN ST, Tucson, AZ 85712

Enrollment

422

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#757 of 2,006

In Tucson

#78 of 257

public schools

In district

#26 of 86

Tucson Unified District (4403)

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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John B Wright Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Tucson · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About John B Wright Elementary School

John B Wright Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). John B Wright Elementary School serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John B Wright Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #757 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for John B Wright Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at John B Wright Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,783
Chronic Absenteeism36.3%

John B Wright Elementary School — Students at John B Wright Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
22%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.

How John B Wright Elementary School Compares

See how John B Wright Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4311 E LINDEN ST, Tucson, AZ 85712

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John B Wright Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Desert Sky Community School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CARDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY CENTRAL (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CARDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY CENTRAL Tucson 0.9 mi 6.6
Desert Sky Community School Tucson 0.8 mi 8.1
Catalina High School Tucson 0.9 mi 5.2
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy Tucson 0.9 mi 6.7
BASIS Tucson Primary Tucson 1.0 mi 6.8
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tucson 1.2 mi 7.2
VERITAS ACADEMY OF TUCSON Tucson 1.1 mi 6.4
Howell Peter Elementary Tucson 1.3 mi 6.1
Academy Adventures Midtown Tucson 1.3 mi
PCJTED - Rincon High School Tucson 1.4 mi
University High School Tucson 1.4 mi 9.1
Rincon High School Tucson 1.4 mi 5.8
Mary Meredith K-12 School Tucson 1.4 mi
W V Whitmore Elementary School Tucson 1.5 mi 4.5
Davidson Elementary School Tucson 1.7 mi 5.9
Doolen Middle School Tucson 1.5 mi 5.7
Blenman Elementary School Tucson 1.6 mi 3.9
AmeriSchools Academy - Country Club Tucson 1.6 mi 4.2
AmeriSchools Academy Online Instruction Tucson 1.6 mi
THE GREGORY SCHOOL Tucson 1.9 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,185

Median Home Value

$250,400

Median Rent

$947/mo

Population

31,964

College Educated

37.2%

Homeownership

40.8%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

43.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John B Wright Elementary School

What grades does John B Wright Elementary School serve?

John B Wright Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend John B Wright Elementary School?

John B Wright Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John B Wright Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at John B Wright Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John B Wright Elementary School rank in AZ?

John B Wright Elementary School ranks #757 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is John B Wright Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

John B Wright Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at John B Wright Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John B Wright Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is John B Wright Elementary School a charter school?

No, John B Wright Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John B Wright Elementary School a Title I school?

No, John B Wright Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
88 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.3%

District

Tucson Unified District (4403)
District Enrollment
40,929
Schools in District
90
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,783
District Rank
#26 of 86

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