Below Average
#923 of 1,176 schools in SC
Mary H. Wright Elementary
Elementary School · Spartanburg 07
457 South Church Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#923 of 1,176
In Spartanburg
#20 of 25
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
Spartanburg 07
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Mary H. Wright Elementary
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About Mary H. Wright Elementary
Mary H. Wright Elementary is a public elementary school in Spartanburg, SC, part of Spartanburg 07. Mary H.
Wright Elementary serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary H. Wright Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #923 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Mary H. Wright Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Mary H. Wright Elementary 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
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Mary H. Wright Elementary — Students at Mary H. Wright Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.2/10.
How Mary H. Wright Elementary Compares
See how Mary H. Wright Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
457 South Church Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary H. Wright Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine St. Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jesse Boyd Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Drayton Mills Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spartanburg, see our Spartanburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,858
Median Home Value
$159,100
Median Rent
$913/mo
Population
17,270
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
46.4%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
31.4%
Median Age
31.9
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| Doby's Mill Elementary Lugoff, SC | 4.7 |
| Eleanor S. Rice Elementary Greenwood, SC | 4.7 |
| James M. Brown Elementary Walhalla, SC | 4.7 |
| Orchard Park Elementary Westminster, SC | 4.7 |
| Sandel Elementary Columbia, SC | 4.7 |
| Whitehall Elementary Anderson, SC | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary H. Wright Elementary
What grades does Mary H. Wright Elementary serve?
Mary H. Wright Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mary H. Wright Elementary?
Mary H. Wright Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary H. Wright Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary H. Wright Elementary is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary H. Wright Elementary rank in SC?
Mary H. Wright Elementary ranks #923 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Mary H. Wright Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary H. Wright Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Mary H. Wright Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary H. Wright Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mary H. Wright Elementary a charter school?
No, Mary H. Wright Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary H. Wright Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mary H. Wright Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary H. Wright Elementary?
100.0% of students at Mary H. Wright Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 439
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Spartanburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (864) 594-4477
Resources & Links
District
Spartanburg 07- District Enrollment
- 7,518
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,371
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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