Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Charles Wright School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Wright School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Charles Wright School's student population of 265 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
EMPATHY. EQUITY. ACHIEVEMENT.
School Rankings
Charles Wright School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Wright School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#369 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
29%
31%
Black
6%
12%
White
55%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Wright School's ranking?
Charles Wright School is ranked #369 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Charles Wright School often compared to?
Charles Wright Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Academy, Alfred W. Hanmer School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Charles Wright School?
265 students attend Charles Wright School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Charles Wright School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles Wright School?
Charles Wright School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Charles Wright School offer ?
Charles Wright School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles Wright School part of?
Charles Wright School is part of Wethersfield School District.
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