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#1696 of 2,466 schools in NJ
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Irving Primary School
Elementary School · Highland Park Boro School District
121 SOUTH ELEVENTH AVENUE, Highland Park, NJ 08904
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,696 of 2,466
In Highland Park
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Highland Park Boro School District
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Irving Primary School
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About Irving Primary School
Irving Primary School is a public elementary school in Highland Park, NJ, part of Highland Park Boro School District. Irving Primary School serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Irving Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,696 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Irving Primary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Irving Primary School Compares
See how Irving Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
121 SOUTH ELEVENTH AVENUE, Highland Park, NJ 08904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Irving Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bright Beginnings Learning Center (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Piscataway), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Edison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bartle Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Highland Park, see our Highland Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,991
Median Home Value
$463,600
Median Rent
$1,881/mo
Population
14,981
College Educated
70.2%
Homeownership
38.9%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Angelo L. Tomaso School Warren, NJ | 5.6 |
| Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School Westampton, NJ | 5.6 |
| Garfield ECDC Willingboro, NJ | 5.6 |
| Hatchery Hill Elementary School Hackettstown, NJ | 5.6 |
| Hazel Avenue Elementary School W. Orange, NJ | 5.6 |
| Lincoln Early Childhood Center Westfield, NJ | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Irving Primary School
What grades does Irving Primary School serve?
Irving Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Irving Primary School?
Irving Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Irving Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Irving Primary School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Irving Primary School rank in NJ?
Irving Primary School ranks #1,696 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Irving Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Irving Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Irving Primary School a charter school?
No, Irving Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Irving Primary School a Title I school?
No, Irving Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Irving Primary School?
42.1% of students at Irving Primary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 297
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.3%
- Phone
- (732) 572-1205
Resources & Links
District
Highland Park Boro School District- District Enrollment
- 1,635
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,262
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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