Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Joe Wright Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joe Wright Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joe Wright Elementary School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
As a team working in collaboration with faculty, students, parents and community members, we, at Joe Wright Elementary, will ensure that all students succeed to their maximum potential in an environment that is safe, supportive, and encouraging.
School Rankings
Joe Wright Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joe Wright Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5247 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
57%
54%
Black
21%
13%
White
19%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joe Wright Elementary School's ranking?
Joe Wright Elementary School is ranked #5247 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Joe Wright Elementary School often compared to?
Joe Wright Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Side Elementary School, East Side Elementary School, Fred Douglass by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Joe Wright Elementary School?
526 students attend Joe Wright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Joe Wright Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joe Wright Elementary School?
Joe Wright Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joe Wright Elementary School offer ?
Joe Wright Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Joe Wright Elementary School part of?
Joe Wright Elementary School is part of Jacksonville Independent School District.
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