Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Irwin Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irwin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Irwin Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Irwin Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irwin Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#469 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
37%
10%
Hispanic
13%
33%
Black
3%
15%
White
42%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irwin Elementary School's ranking?
Irwin Elementary School is ranked #469 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Irwin Elementary School often compared to?
Irwin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Lawrence Brook Elementary School, Frost Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Irwin Elementary School?
321 students attend Irwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Irwin Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irwin Elementary School?
Irwin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Irwin Elementary School offer ?
Irwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Irwin Elementary School part of?
Irwin Elementary School is part of East Brunswick Township School District.
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