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Irving Elem School

Elementary School · Kewanee CUSD 229

609 W Central Blvd, Kewanee, IL 61443

Enrollment

249

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

2nd – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,605 of 3,813

In Kewanee

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Kewanee CUSD 229

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Irving Elem School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Kewanee · grades 2nd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Irving Elem School

Irving Elem School is a public elementary school in Kewanee, IL, part of Kewanee CUSD 229. Irving Elem School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Irving Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,605 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Irving Elem School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,322
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

Irving Elem School — Students at Irving Elem School score 14% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
17%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Irving Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in IL
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Location

609 W Central Blvd, Kewanee, IL 61443

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Irving Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradford Grade School (rated 8.7/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Bradford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Neponset Grade School (rated 8.1/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Neponset), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cambridge Comm Grade School (rated 7.6/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kewanee, see our Kewanee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.4 mi
School Distance Rating
VISITATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kewanee 0.2 mi 7.0
Central Junior High Kewanee 0.5 mi 5.5
Central Elem Kewanee 0.5 mi 4.7
Lyle School Kewanee 1.0 mi 4.9
Wethersfield Elem School Kewanee 1.1 mi 5.0
Wethersfield Jr/Sr High School Kewanee 1.1 mi 6.8
Kewanee High School Kewanee 1.3 mi 5.4
Belle Alexander Elem School Kewanee 1.5 mi 4.7
Galva Jr-Sr High School Galva 7.3 mi 5.9
Galva Elem School Galva 7.4 mi 4.2
Neponset Grade School Neponset 8.2 mi 8.1
Annawan Grade School Annawan 10.5 mi 5.2
Annawan High School Annawan 10.5 mi 6.5
Stark County Junior High School Toulon 11.1 mi 4.5
Stark County High School Toulon 11.1 mi 4.6
Stark County Elem Sch Wyoming 14.7 mi 4.1
Cambridge Comm Grade School Cambridge 14.4 mi 7.6
Cambridge Jr/Sr High School Cambridge 14.4 mi 6.8
Bradford Grade School Bradford 15.4 mi 8.7
Bradford Jr High School Bradford 15.4 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61443 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,306

Median Home Value

$75,900

Median Rent

$782/mo

Population

13,529

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

71.9%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

14%

Median Age

43.9

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Carolyn Wenz Elem School Paris, IL 5.4
Carrier Mills-Stonefort Elem Sch Carrier Mills, IL 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Irving Elem School

What grades does Irving Elem School serve?

Irving Elem School serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.

How many students attend Irving Elem School?

Irving Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Irving Elem School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Irving Elem School rank in IL?

Irving Elem School ranks #2,605 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Irving Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Irving Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Irving Elem School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Irving Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Irving Elem School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Irving Elem School?

79.5% of students at Irving Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Henry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

District

Kewanee CUSD 229
District Enrollment
2,009
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,322
District Rank
#3 of 7

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