Serving 2,535 students in grades 9-12, Irving High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Irving High School's student population of 2,535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Irving High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7952 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
79%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving High School's ranking?
Irving High School is ranked #7952 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Irving High School often compared to?
Irving High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Macarthur High School, Nimitz High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Irving High School?
The graduation rate of Irving High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Irving High School?
2,535 students attend Irving High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Irving High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irving High School?
Irving High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irving High School offer ?
Irving High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Irving High School part of?
Irving High School is part of Irving Independent School District.
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