Irvin High School is an El Paso Independent School District high school in El Paso, Texas, United States. It opened in September 1959. It is named for Dr. O.C. Irvin, Dr. E.H. Irvin, and Mr. C. M. Irvin. All three of these men were well-known contributors to the El Paso public schools.
Serving 932 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 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Irvin High School serves the northwest part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 6.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Irvin High School's student population of 932 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
932 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irvin High 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 Irvin High School is 0.12, 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
#7586 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
77%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Rockets - "rocketman"
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 #7586 out of 8,096 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Irvin High School?
The graduation rate of Irvin High School is 77%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Irvin High School?
932 students attend Irvin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Irvin High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 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 14:1, which is equal to 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 Independent 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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