Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Washington Irving Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Washington Irving Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 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 0.74, which is more 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
#171 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
20%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
4%
8%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
18%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 #171 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 Northwest Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Washington Irving Elementary School?
435 students attend Washington Irving Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Washington Irving Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 18% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Irving Elementary School?
Washington Irving Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 Kindergarten-4
What school district is Washington Irving Elementary School part of?
Washington Irving Elementary School is part of Durant School District.
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