Serving 766 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, 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 43% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Irving Elementary School's student population of 766 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Irving Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Irving Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#223 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
12%
8%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #223 out of 1,680 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 West Field Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Washington Irving Elementary School?
766 students attend Washington Irving Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Washington Irving Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Irving Elementary School?
Washington Irving Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Washington Irving Elementary School offer ?
Washington Irving Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Irving Elementary School part of?
Washington Irving Elementary School is part of Edmond School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Irving Elementary School located?
Washington Irving Elementary School is located in the Twin Oaks neighborhood of Edmond, OK.
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