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Wright EL

Elementary School · WEATHERFORD ISD

1309 W CHARLES ST, Weatherford, TX 76086

Enrollment

545

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,325 of 8,552

In Weatherford

#3 of 12

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

WEATHERFORD ISD

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Wright EL

6.4/10

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

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5.5/10

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About Wright EL

Wright EL is a public elementary school in Weatherford, TX, part of WEATHERFORD ISD. Wright EL serves approximately 545 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Wright EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,325 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Wright EL show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,337
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Wright EL — Students at Wright EL score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
44.4%
ELA
50%
2024
Math
47%
ELA
51%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Wright EL Compares

See how Wright EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in TX
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

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

1309 W CHARLES ST, Weatherford, TX 76086

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wright EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROCK INT (rated 8.1/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Brock), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARTIN EL (rated 8.0/10, 6.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AUSTIN EL (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Weatherford, see our Weatherford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HALL MIDDLE Weatherford 0.6 mi 5.5
CURTIS EL Weatherford 0.9 mi 6.2
WEATHERFORD H S Weatherford 1.4 mi 5.6
WEATHERFORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weatherford 2.0 mi 5.1
COUTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weatherford 2.3 mi
AUSTIN EL Weatherford 2.1 mi 7.5
CROCKETT EL Weatherford 2.6 mi 4.4
SEGUIN EL Weatherford 3.1 mi 6.2
VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Weatherford 2.9 mi 5.1
CROSSTIMBERS ACADEMY Weatherford 3.4 mi 4.5
IKARD EL Weatherford 3.5 mi 4.4
TISON MIDDLE Weatherford 4.9 mi 5.6
MARTIN EL Weatherford 6.4 mi 8.0
BROCK EL Brock 8.0 mi 7.1
PEASTER EL Peaster 9.0 mi 6.1
PEASTER H S Peaster 9.1 mi 6.7
BROCK H S Brock 8.3 mi 8.4
PEASTER J H Peaster 9.2 mi 6.0
BROCK INT Brock 8.5 mi 8.1
BROCK J H Brock 8.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,415

Median Home Value

$235,100

Median Rent

$1,389/mo

Population

22,900

College Educated

21.6%

Homeownership

53.6%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

34.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wright EL

What grades does Wright EL serve?

Wright EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Wright EL?

Wright EL has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wright EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Wright EL is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wright EL rank in TX?

Wright EL ranks #4,325 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Wright EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Wright EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Wright EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wright EL has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Wright EL a charter school?

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

Is Wright EL a Title I school?

No, Wright EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wright EL?

62.9% of students at Wright EL 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Parker County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

WEATHERFORD ISD
District Enrollment
8,203
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,337
District Rank
#3 of 10

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