Serving 110 students in grades 9-12, Washington Irving High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 75-79% (which was higher than the New York state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 75-79% (which was higher than the New York state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
110 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)75-79%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
63%
30%
Black
32%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)40-44%
79%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Irving High School?
The graduation rate of Washington Irving High School is 40-44%, which is lower than the New York state average of 79%.
How many students attend Washington Irving High School?
110 students attend Washington Irving High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Washington Irving High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Irving High School?
Washington Irving High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Irving High School offer ?
Washington Irving High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington Irving High School part of?
Washington Irving High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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