GARY D WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Gary D Wright Elem Sch is a public elementary school that is part of the CUSD 300 school district, located in Hampshire, IL with about 769 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 43 teachers, Gary D Wright Elem Sch 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.

Gary D. Wright Elementary School, located in Hampshire, Illinois, is part of Community Unit School District 300. Serving students in the surrounding Hampshire area, the school is recognized for its commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for children in the early stages of their academic careers. The campus is designed to accommodate a growing suburban population while maintaining a focus on core curriculum standards and personal student development.

Beyond standard academics, Gary D. Wright Elementary emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by encouraging community involvement and the development of social-emotional skills. The school typically focuses on collaborative instruction, utilizing modern resources to help students build a strong foundation in literacy, mathematics, and science. By prioritizing a positive school culture, the administration and faculty work to ensure that students transition effectively through their primary education years while feeling connected to their school community.

For more information, contact Gary D Wright Elem Sch at (847) 683-5700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1500 Ketchum Rd
Hampshire, IL 60140-8375
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GARY D WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Hampshire, IL with about 769 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
CUSD 300
Total Students:
769
Teachers:
43.18
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
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 769 students

White
69.2%
Hispanic/Latino
19.4%
Two or more races
4.6%
Asian
3.4%
Black or African American
3.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%

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.