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#285 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 16% in state

Marvin Wright Elementary School

Elementary School · Maury County

4714 Derryberry LN, Spring Hill, TN 37174

Enrollment

605

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#285 of 1,786

In Spring Hill

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 23

Maury County

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Marvin Wright Elementary School

8.1/10

Elementary School in Spring Hill · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.2/10

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8.2/10

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About Marvin Wright Elementary School

Marvin Wright Elementary School is a public elementary school in Spring Hill, TN, part of Maury County. Marvin Wright Elementary School serves approximately 605 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Marvin Wright Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #285 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Marvin Wright Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.1
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+14 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.5 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,129
Chronic Absenteeism16.5%

Marvin Wright Elementary School — Students at Marvin Wright Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
46.9%
ELA
39.5%
2025
Math
53.2%
ELA
56.3%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Marvin Wright Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
84th percentile in TN
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

Location

4714 Derryberry LN, Spring Hill, TN 37174

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marvin Wright Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longview Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bethesda Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Thompson Station), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Battle Creek Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Spring Hill, see our Spring Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Chapman's Retreat Elementary Spring Hill 1.9 mi 8.2
Allendale Elementary School Spring Hill 2.4 mi 8.2
Battle Creek Middle School Spring Hill 2.3 mi 7.2
Battle Creek Elementary School Spring Hill 2.5 mi 8.6
Spring Station Middle School Spring Hill 3.1 mi 6.5
Longview Elementary School Spring Hill 3.1 mi 9.4
Summit High School Spring Hill 3.6 mi 6.1
Spring Hill Elementary Spring Hill 3.1 mi 7.3
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SPRING HILL Spring Hill 3.8 mi
SPRING HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spring Hill 3.9 mi 5.0
Heritage Elementary Thompson Station 4.7 mi 8.6
Heritage Middle School Thompson Station 4.8 mi 8.5
Thompson's Station Elementary School Thompson'S Station 5.7 mi 8.5
Thompson's Station Middle School Thompson'S Station 5.7 mi 9.3
CHRIST CHILDREN'S ACADEMY - SITE 1 Spring Hill 4.7 mi
COLUMBIA ACADEMY AT SPRING HILL Spring Hill 4.9 mi 4.0
Spring Hill High School Columbia 4.8 mi 4.5
Spring Hill Middle School Spring Hill 4.9 mi 5.5
Bethesda Elementary Thompson Station 5.8 mi 9.2
Independence High School Thompson'S Station 7.1 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37174 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,775

Median Home Value

$450,300

Median Rent

$1,724/mo

Population

50,778

College Educated

42.4%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marvin Wright Elementary School

What grades does Marvin Wright Elementary School serve?

Marvin Wright Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Marvin Wright Elementary School?

Marvin Wright Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 605 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Marvin Wright Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marvin Wright Elementary School rank in TN?

Marvin Wright Elementary School ranks #285 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Marvin Wright Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marvin Wright Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Marvin Wright Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marvin Wright Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Marvin Wright Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Marvin Wright Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
605
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Maury County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

District

Maury County
District Enrollment
13,084
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,129
District Rank
#4 of 23

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