Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Marvin Wright Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marvin Wright Elementary School's student population of 605 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marvin Wright Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marvin Wright Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#435 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
10%
21%
White
68%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marvin Wright Elementary School's ranking?
Marvin Wright Elementary School is ranked #435 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Marvin Wright Elementary School often compared to?
Marvin Wright Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battle Creek Elementary School, Spring Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Marvin Wright Elementary School?
605 students attend Marvin Wright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Marvin Wright Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marvin Wright Elementary School?
Marvin Wright Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marvin Wright Elementary School offer ?
Marvin Wright Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Marvin Wright Elementary School part of?
Marvin Wright Elementary School is part of Maury County School District.
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