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Eastern Wright Program
Middle School · MEEKER AND WRIGHT SPECIAL EDUCATION
1405 3RD AVE. NE, Buffalo, MN 55313
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
5th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Eastern Wright Program
Eastern Wright Program is a public middle school in Buffalo, MN, part of the MEEKER AND WRIGHT SPECIAL EDUCATION. The school serves approximately 8 students in grades 5th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 4:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $93,471, where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 8 students, Eastern Wright Program is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 4:1, Eastern Wright Program offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 8 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Address
- 1405 3RD AVE. NE, Buffalo, MN 55313
- Phone
- (320) 543-1122
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
1405 3RD AVE. NE, Buffalo, MN 55313
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eastern Wright Program may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NORTHWINDS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away). Another option is PARKSIDE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, LITTLE MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Monticello). For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WRIGHT TECHNICAL CENTER ALC Buffalo | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| WRIGHT TECHNICAL CENTER ALC MIDDLE Buffalo | 0.0 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONES PROGRAM Buffalo | 0.0 mi | — |
| BUFFALO COMMUNITY MIDDLE Buffalo | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Terra Nova School Buffalo | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Tatanka Elementary STEM School Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| SWMetro Buffalo-Transitions Shakopee | 0.9 mi | — |
| PARKSIDE ELEMENTARY Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| BUFFALO EARLY CHILD. SP. ED PROGRAM Buffalo | 1.1 mi | — |
| NORTHWINDS ELEMENTARY Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| BUFFALO SENIOR HIGH Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| PHOENIX LEARNING CENTER Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Monticello Nature Based Education Monticello | 7.1 mi | 4.1 |
| SWMetro Lakeside Academy Shakopee | 6.3 mi | — |
| LAKESIDE ACADEMY Buffalo | 6.3 mi | — |
| Montrose Elementary School of Innov Montrose | 8.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Little Mountain Elementary - SNW Monticello | 7.8 mi | — |
| LITTLE MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Monticello | 7.8 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55313 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,471
Median Home Value
$321,000
Median Rent
$1,150/mo
Population
24,862
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
81.5%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
39.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Eastern Wright Program has a median household income of $93,471. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $321,000, with a median rent of $1,150/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL MIDDLE ALTERNATIVE (CMAP) Plymouth, MN | — |
| FERGUS FALLS ELEMENTARY SP ED 5-8 Fergus Falls, MN | — |
| Falcons Online Academy-Middle Faribault, MN | — |
| Foundations II Monticello, MN | — |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sleepy Eye, MN | — |
| Level Up Academy Virtual Middle White Bear Lake, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eastern Wright Program
What grades does Eastern Wright Program serve?
Eastern Wright Program serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Eastern Wright Program?
Eastern Wright Program has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eastern Wright Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Eastern Wright Program is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Eastern Wright Program?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Eastern Wright Program has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Eastern Wright Program a charter school?
No, Eastern Wright Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Eastern Wright Program a Title I school?
No, Eastern Wright Program is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Average (475/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Buffalo). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 8
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Wright County
- Phone
- (320) 543-1122
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MEEKER AND WRIGHT SPECIAL EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 189
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $53,759
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