Serving 616 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Irving Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irving Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Irving Elementary School's student population of 616 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irving Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1197 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
85%
13%
Black
7%
7%
White
4%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving Elementary School's ranking?
Irving Elementary School is ranked #1197 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Irving Elementary School?
616 students attend Irving Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Irving Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irving Elementary School?
Irving Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irving Elementary School offer ?
Irving Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Irving Elementary School part of?
Irving Elementary School is part of Sioux City Comm School District.
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