WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wright Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Salem-Keizer SD 24J school district, located in Salem, OR with about 404 students offering grade levels from 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 21:1. 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 Lone Oak Road in Salem, Oregon, is a public elementary school serving students within the Salem-Keizer School District. As a neighborhood school, it is deeply integrated into the local community, focusing on providing a foundational education that emphasizes core academic subjects, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential lifelong learning skills. The school is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, aiming to meet the diverse needs of its student population through a variety of instructional strategies and extracurricular opportunities.

The school’s commitment to student success is reflected in its structured approach to both curriculum and community engagement. By leveraging the resources of the larger Salem-Keizer district, Wright Elementary emphasizes parent involvement and collaborative partnerships to ensure that students are prepared for the transition to middle school. With a mission rooted in equity and achievement, the school strives to provide a safe, nurturing space where young learners can explore their interests, develop critical thinking abilities, and build strong relationships with their peers and educators.

For more information, contact Wright Elementary School at (503) 399-3198 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.