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Irving Elementary School

Elementary School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

3220 E PUEBLO AVE, Mesa, AZ 85204

Enrollment

461

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,156 of 2,006

In Mesa

#69 of 129

public schools

In district

#39 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Irving Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Mesa · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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About Irving Elementary School

Irving Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Irving Elementary School serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Irving Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,156 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Irving Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism24.9%

Irving Elementary School — Students at Irving Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
30%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How Irving Elementary School Compares

See how Irving Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3220 E PUEBLO AVE, Mesa, AZ 85204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Irving Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Great Hearts Academies - Archway Arete (rated 9.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montessori Education Centre Charter School - Mesa (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Franklin Accelerated Academy - East Campus (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Taylor Junior High School Mesa 0.1 mi 5.4
Sun Valley High School Mesa 0.7 mi 4.4
Montessori Education Centre Charter School - Mesa Mesa 0.7 mi 8.8
Johnson Elementary School Mesa 0.7 mi 7.0
Porter Elementary School Mesa 1.0 mi 7.5
PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mesa 1.4 mi 5.2
Robson Elementary School Mesa 1.4 mi 5.0
Highland Arts Elementary Mesa 2.0 mi 7.8
Val Vista Lakes Elementary School Gilbert 2.2 mi 7.6
Poston Junior High School Mesa 2.1 mi 4.3
PATHWAYS SCHOOL Gilbert 2.1 mi 6.2
Longfellow Elementary School Mesa 1.9 mi 5.0
Franklin Accelerated Academy - East Campus Mesa 1.9 mi 8.8
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Arete Phoenix 2.1 mi 9.4
Pioneer Elementary School Gilbert 2.1 mi 8.4
Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep Phoenix 2.1 mi 8.2
Field Elementary School Mesa 2.2 mi 4.7
Entz Elementary School Mesa 2.3 mi 8.3
Challenger Basic School Gilbert 2.3 mi 8.6
Mesa High School Mesa 2.1 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,474

Median Home Value

$296,000

Median Rent

$1,426/mo

Population

65,018

College Educated

19.6%

Homeownership

57.9%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Irving Elementary School

What grades does Irving Elementary School serve?

Irving Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Irving Elementary School?

Irving Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Irving Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Irving Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Irving Elementary School rank in AZ?

Irving Elementary School ranks #1,156 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Irving Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Irving Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Irving Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Irving Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Irving Elementary School a charter school?

No, Irving Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Irving Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Irving Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

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