Serving 754 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Washington Irving Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Irving Elementary School serves the northern part of Hammond, IN, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Irving Elementary School's student population of 754 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
754 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Irving Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Irving Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1667 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
73%
15%
Black
19%
14%
White
4%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Irving Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Irving Elementary School is ranked #1667 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Washington Irving Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Irving Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren G Harding Elementary School, Thomas A Edison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Washington Irving Elementary School?
754 students attend Washington Irving Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Washington Irving Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Irving Elementary School?
Washington Irving Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington Irving Elementary School offer ?
Washington Irving Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Irving Elementary School part of?
Washington Irving Elementary School is part of School City Of Hammond School District.
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