WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wright Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Des Moines Independent Comm School District school district, located in Des Moines, IA with about 280 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 19 teachers, Wright Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 at 5001 SW 14th St in Des Moines, Iowa, serves as a central hub for the surrounding community within the Des Moines Public School District. As a PK-5 institution, the school is dedicated to fostering foundational academic skills while promoting social-emotional development in a diverse student environment. The school emphasizes creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their peers, teachers, and families to achieve their personal best.

The school is well-integrated into the south side of Des Moines, providing essential educational resources to a vibrant and evolving student body. Wright Elementary places a strong focus on inclusive learning practices, striving to meet the varied needs of its learners through a comprehensive curriculum. By focusing on literacy, numeracy, and community-building, the staff at Wright aims to prepare their students for a successful transition to middle school while nurturing a lifelong love of learning.

For more information, contact Wright Elementary School at (515) 242-8442 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.