Serving 8 students in grades 5-8, Eastern Wright Program ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Wright Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Eastern Wright Program's student population of 8 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Eastern Wright Program ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern Wright Program is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
38%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern Wright Program's ranking?
Eastern Wright Program is ranked #673 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Eastern Wright Program?
8 students attend Eastern Wright Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Eastern Wright Program students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Wright Program?
Eastern Wright Program has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eastern Wright Program offer ?
Eastern Wright Program offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastern Wright Program part of?
Eastern Wright Program is part of Meeker And Wright Special Education School District.
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