Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Washington Irving Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Irving Elementary School serves the northeast part of Durant, OK, covering an area of approximately 12 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Irving Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Irving Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Irving Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Irving Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#244 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
17%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
21%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Irving Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Irving Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Washington Irving Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Irving Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Washington Irving Elementary School?
436 students attend Washington Irving Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Washington Irving Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 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 Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington Irving Elementary School offer ?
Washington Irving Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Irving Elementary School part of?
Washington Irving Elementary School is part of Durant School District.
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