Irving Park Elementary School

1310 Sunset Drive
Greensboro, NC 27408
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 515 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Irving Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 515 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Top 50% in NC
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : 45% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Irving Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Irving Park Elementary School's student population of 515 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

School Rankings

Irving Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving Park Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
#1265 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(21-22)
56%
51%
45%
50%
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
19%
21%
Black
38%
25%
White
23%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.75
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Irving Park Elementary School's ranking?
Irving Park Elementary School is ranked #1265 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Irving Park Elementary School often compared to?
Irving Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak View Elementary School, General Greene Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Irving Park Elementary School?
515 students attend Irving Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Irving Park Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irving Park Elementary School?
Irving Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Irving Park Elementary School offer ?
Irving Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irving Park Elementary School part of?
Irving Park Elementary School is part of Guilford County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Irving Park Elementary School located?
Irving Park Elementary School is located in the Old Irving Park neighborhood of Greensboro, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Old Irving Park.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 515 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : 45% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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