Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Wright Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wright Charter's student population of 461 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 16, 2025
School Motto
A Charter School Preparing Students for Responsible Living in the 21st Century
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Wright Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wright Charter is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5659 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wright Charter's ranking?
Wright Charter is ranked #5659 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wright Charter often compared to?
Wright Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wright Charter?
461 students attend Wright Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Wright Charter students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wright Charter?
Wright Charter has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wright Charter offer ?
Wright Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Wright Charter part of?
Wright Charter is part of Wright Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Wright Charter located?
Wright Charter is located in the Southwest Santa Rosa neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Southwest Santa Rosa.
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