WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wright Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cedar Rapids Comm School District school district, located in Cedar Rapids, IA with about 381 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Wright Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Wright Elementary School, located on Hollywood Blvd NE in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is a public elementary school serving the local community as part of the Cedar Rapids Community School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while encouraging social and emotional growth among its students. With a focus on preparing young learners for future success, the school utilizes the district’s comprehensive curriculum to meet diverse student needs.

As part of the broader Cedar Rapids school system, Wright Elementary benefits from the district's resources and commitment to student-centered education. The school prioritizes strong partnerships between educators, families, and the community to enhance the overall educational experience. For families looking for specific information regarding school calendars, enrollment procedures, or academic programs, the official district website at [cr.k12.ia.us](http://www.cr.k12.ia.us) serves as the primary portal for current school updates and administrative resources.

For more information, contact Wright Elementary School at (319) 558-2278 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1524 Hollywood Blvd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Cedar Rapids, IA with about 381 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Iowa

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
381
Teachers:
22.96
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 381 students

White
45.4%
Black or African American
28.3%
Two or more races
11.3%
Hispanic/Latino
10.0%
Asian
2.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.3%

Female
46.5%
Male
53.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.