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Irving Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 706 students

We are best known for dual language program.
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5 stars

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Posted April 30, 2013

I took my college class studying the immigration controversy to observe the bilingual program at Irving both this year and last year. The class and I were amazed at how well the program is working, and at the competence of the teachers and administrators involved. it was the enthusiasm and fluency in both languages that made the visit so special. Congrats to all involved.


Posted May 13, 2012

Very good school, only dual immersion Spanish program in the area. Great Principal. Focus in discipline, also
—Submitted by a parent


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 80% in 2012.

94 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 77% in 2012.

94 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


Beginning in 2011-2012 Iowa used the Iowa Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The scores reflect the performance of students enrolled for the full academic year. The Iowa Assessments are standards-based tests, which measure specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Iowa. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

See Iowa's state standards

Source: Iowa Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 74% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


Beginning in 2011-2012 Iowa used the Iowa Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The scores reflect the performance of students enrolled for the full academic year. The Iowa Assessments are standards-based tests, which measure specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Iowa. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

See Iowa's state standards

Source: Iowa Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

78 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 74% in 2012.

78 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
51%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


Beginning in 2011-2012 Iowa used the Iowa Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The scores reflect the performance of students enrolled for the full academic year. The Iowa Assessments are standards-based tests, which measure specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Iowa. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

See Iowa's state standards

Source: Iowa Department of Education

Math

All Students77%
Female66%
Male83%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic73%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged77%
Students with disabilities77%
English language learners72%

Reading

All Students60%
Female51%
Male59%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic56%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged59%
Students with disabilities69%
English language learners49%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


Beginning in 2011-2012 Iowa used the Iowa Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The scores reflect the performance of students enrolled for the full academic year. The Iowa Assessments are standards-based tests, which measure specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Iowa. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Iowa Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Iowa's state standards

Source: Iowa Department of Education

Math

All Students88%
Female93%
Male78%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged86%
Students with disabilities70%
English language learners92%

Reading

All Students67%
Female70%
Male51%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic61%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged66%
Students with disabilities50%
English language learners67%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


Beginning in 2011-2012 Iowa used the Iowa Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The scores reflect the performance of students enrolled for the full academic year. The Iowa Assessments are standards-based tests, which measure specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Iowa. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Iowa Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Iowa's state standards

Source: Iowa Department of Education

Math

All Students60%
Female56%
Male57%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic63%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged62%
Students with disabilities44%
English language learners57%

Reading

All Students51%
Female41%
Male57%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic54%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged52%
Students with disabilities31%
English language learners45%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


Beginning in 2011-2012 Iowa used the Iowa Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The scores reflect the performance of students enrolled for the full academic year. The Iowa Assessments are standards-based tests, which measure specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Iowa. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Iowa Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Iowa's state standards

Source: Iowa Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 56% 7%
White 15% 85%
American Indian/Alaska Native 12% 1%
Black 9% 6%
Asian/Pacific Islander 8% 2%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 87%N/A34%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Arts & music

Music
  • Band
  • Choir / Chorus
  • Orchestra
Performing and written arts
  • Dance

Language learning

Bi-lingual or language immersion programs offered
  • Spanish

Health & athletics

School facilities
  • Gym

Gifted & talented

Instructional and/or curriculum models used
  • Gifted / high performing
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

Before school or after school care / program onsite
  • After school
  • Before school
School Leader's name
  • Dr. Rich McGrath
Best ways for parents to contact the school
  • Phone

Programs

Instructional and/or curriculum models used

Don't understand these terms?
  • Core knowledge
  • Gifted / high performing
Bi-lingual or language immersion programs offered

Don't understand these terms?
  • Spanish

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Remediation
School facilities
  • Auditorium
  • Cafeteria
  • Computer
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Playground
School leaders can update this information here.

Arts & music

Music
  • Band
  • Choir / Chorus
  • Orchestra
Performing arts
  • Dance
School leaders can update this information here.

School culture

More from this school
  • The Sioux City Community School District offers a richly diverse and warmly accepting group of students, faculty and staff. Here are just a few of the things our district offers: ** All day kindergarten ** Before and after school programs ** Dedicated faculty and staff ** Many different academies and programs to ensure your child gets the most out of their educational experience ** Preschool ** Progressive technology applications ** Rigorous curriculum in the core subjects ** Talented and Gifted (TAG) program ** 58% of teachers have advanced degrees
School leaders can update this information here.

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901 Floyd Blvd
Sioux City, IA 51105
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Phone: (712) 279-6834

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