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Irving Elementary School

2520 Pennsylvania Ave
Dubuque, IA 52001
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Irving Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 407 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Bottom 50% in IA
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Irving Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Irving Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Irving Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#711 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
70-74%
68%
65-69%
70%
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
7%
7%
White
77%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Irving Elementary School's ranking?
Irving Elementary School is ranked #711 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Irving Elementary School often compared to?
Irving Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Kennedy Elementary School, Hoover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Irving Elementary School?
407 students attend Irving Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Irving Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irving Elementary School?
Irving Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irving Elementary School offer ?
Irving Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Irving Elementary School part of?
Irving Elementary School is part of Dubuque Community School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 407 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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