Washington Irving Elementary School serves 249 students in grades 5-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 91% (which was higher than the Iowa state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 89% (which was higher than the Iowa state average of 76%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)91%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)89%
76%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% IA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 76% IA state average).
How many students attend Washington Irving Elementary School?
249 students attend Washington Irving Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Washington Irving Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Irving Elementary School?
Washington Irving Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Irving Elementary School offer ?
Washington Irving Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Washington Irving Elementary School part of?
Washington Irving Elementary School is part of Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District.
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