Serving 513 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Irving Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irving Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Irving Park Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Irving Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving Park Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1339 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
40%
25%
White
25%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving Park Elementary School's ranking?
Irving Park Elementary School is ranked #1339 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Irving Park Elementary School often compared to?
Irving Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like General Greene Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Irving Park Elementary School?
513 students attend Irving Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Irving Park Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irving Park Elementary School?
Irving Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irving Park Elementary School offer ?
Irving Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Irving Park Elementary School part of?
Irving Park Elementary School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Irving Park Elementary School located?
Irving Park Elementary School is located in the Old Irving Park neighborhood of Greensboro, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Old Irving Park.
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