Serving 1,092 students in grades 9-12, Irvin High 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,092 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irvin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Irvin High School's student population of 1,092 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,092 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Irvin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irvin High School is 0.17, 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
#6347 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
4%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irvin High School's ranking?
Irvin High School is ranked #6347 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Irvin High School often compared to?
Irvin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bowie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Irvin High School?
The graduation rate of Irvin High School is 79%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Irvin High School?
1,092 students attend Irvin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Irvin High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irvin High School?
Irvin High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irvin High School offer ?
Irvin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Irvin High School part of?
Irvin High School is part of El Paso ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Irvin High School located?
Irvin High School is located in the Northeast El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Northeast El Paso.
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