Serving 242 students in grades 2-3, Irving Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Irving Elementary School's student population of 242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irving Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
27%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kewanee CUSD 229 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving Elementary School's ranking?
Irving Elementary School is ranked #2478 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Irving Elementary School often compared to?
Irving Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Annawan Grade School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Irving Elementary School?
242 students attend Irving Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Irving Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irving Elementary School?
Irving Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Irving Elementary School offer ?
Irving Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Irving Elementary School part of?
Irving Elementary School is part of Kewanee CUSD 229 School District.
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