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#505 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 28% in state

W a Wright Elementary

Elementary School · Wilson County

5017 Market Place, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122

Enrollment

509

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#505 of 1,786

In Mt. Juliet

#7 of 13

public schools

In district

#10 of 24

Wilson County

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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W a Wright Elementary

7.5/10

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

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7.5/10

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6.8/10

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About W a Wright Elementary

W a Wright Elementary is a public elementary school in Mt. Juliet, TN, part of Wilson County. W a Wright Elementary serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio.

W a Wright Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #505 of 1,786 schools in TN. Structured state assessment records for W a Wright Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+16.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,322
Chronic Absenteeism20%

W a Wright Elementary — Students at W a Wright Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 55.1% (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
48%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
64.9%
ELA
53.7%
2025
Math
55.4%
ELA
44.2%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How W a Wright Elementary Compares

See how W a Wright Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in TN
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

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

5017 Market Place, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering W a Wright Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Springdale Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rutland Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lakeside Park Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mt. Juliet, see our Mt. Juliet schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Green Hill High School Mt. Juliet 0.4 mi 7.5
Mt. Juliet Middle School Mt. Juliet 1.6 mi 6.8
Elzie D Patton Elementary School Mt. Juliet 1.8 mi 7.4
Lakeview Elementary School Mt. Juliet 2.0 mi 7.5
Mt. Juliet Elementary Mt. Juliet 2.7 mi 7.7
Mt. Juliet High School Mt. Juliet 2.7 mi 5.5
West Wilson Middle School Mt. Juliet 3.7 mi 7.3
West Elementary Mt. Juliet 3.1 mi 8.3
MT JULIET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Juliet 3.9 mi 5.6
Stoner Creek Elementary Mt. Juliet 3.9 mi 7.9
Indian Lake Elementary Hendersonville 3.9 mi 8.0
Springdale Elementary School Mt. Juliet 4.5 mi 8.5
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF MT. JULIET Mount Juliet 4.9 mi
Dodson Elementary Hermitage 4.8 mi 6.9
Tulip Grove Elementary Hermitage 4.8 mi 5.5
DuPont Tyler Middle Hermitage 4.8 mi 4.5
Andrew Jackson Elementary Old Hickory 4.8 mi 8.3
Rutland Elementary Mt. Juliet 5.5 mi 8.4
Lakeside Park Elementary Hendersonville 5.2 mi 8.4
Ruby Major Elementary Hermitage 5.8 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,306

Median Home Value

$451,800

Median Rent

$1,840/mo

Population

66,348

College Educated

47.1%

Homeownership

81.2%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

40.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Clifton Hills Elementary School Chattanooga, TN 7.5
Clinton Elementary Clinton, TN 7.5
Doak Elementary Greeneville, TN 7.5
Dover Elementary Dover, TN 7.5
East Lake Elementary School Chattanooga, TN 7.5
East Side Elementary Elizabethton, TN 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about W a Wright Elementary

What grades does W a Wright Elementary serve?

W a Wright Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend W a Wright Elementary?

W a Wright Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W a Wright Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at W a Wright Elementary is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does W a Wright Elementary rank in TN?

W a Wright Elementary ranks #505 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is W a Wright Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

W a Wright Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 W a Wright Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, W a Wright Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is W a Wright Elementary a charter school?

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

Is W a Wright Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wilson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

Wilson County
District Enrollment
20,548
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,322
District Rank
#10 of 24

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