Serving 409 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Irving Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Irving Elementary School serves the northeast section of Dubuque, IA, covering an area of approximately 3.5 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 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Irving Elementary School's student population of 409 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
409 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irving Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#711 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
5%
7%
White
77%
70%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving Elementary School's ranking?
Irving Elementary School is ranked #711 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Irving Elementary School often compared to?
Irving Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Kennedy Elementary School, Hoover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Irving Elementary School?
409 students attend Irving Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Irving Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irving Elementary School?
Irving Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irving Elementary School offer ?
Irving Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Irving Elementary School part of?
Irving Elementary School is part of Dubuque Comm School District.
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