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Irvington High School

High School · Irvington Public School District

1253 CLINTON AVE, Irvington, NJ 07111

Enrollment

1,752

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

3.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,418 of 2,466

In Irvington

#13 of 13

public schools

In district

#12 of 12

Irvington Public School District

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3.3/10

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About Irvington High School

Irvington High School is a public high school in Irvington, NJ, part of Irvington Public School District. Irvington High School serves approximately 1,752 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Irvington High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,418 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Irvington High School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.5 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Irvington High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-36.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-42.5 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-23.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
College Readiness4.7Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate81%
AP Participation3.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,651
Chronic Absenteeism30.8%

Irvington High School — Students at Irvington High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 11.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 34.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
24%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
4%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
4%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
3%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
3%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
2%
ELA
18%
2019
Math
2%
ELA
18%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
3%
ELA
24%
2024
Math
3.8%
ELA
24.5%
2025
Math
5.3%
ELA
15.7%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Irvington High School Compares

See how Irvington High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.3/10
2th percentile in NJ
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
113 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
3.2% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

1253 CLINTON AVE, Irvington, NJ 07111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Irvington High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ivy Hill Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marshall Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby S. Orange), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Irvington, see our Irvington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Madison Avenue Irvington 0.3 mi 4.9
Newark Sch of Data Science and Information Technology Newark 0.5 mi 5.2
Burch Charter School of Excellence Irvington 0.4 mi 4.6
Augusta Preschool Academy Irvington 0.5 mi 5.1
Ivy Hill Elementary School Newark 0.6 mi 8.1
Florence Avenue Elementary School Irvington 0.6 mi 5.6
Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School Irvington 0.9 mi 5.0
Lincoln Elementary School Newark 0.9 mi 5.0
University Middle School Irvington 0.7 mi 5.0
Mt Vernon Place School Newark 0.8 mi 6.7
University Elementary School Irvington 0.8 mi 5.3
Chancellor Avenue Elementary School Irvington 0.9 mi 6.6
Berkeley Terrace Elementary School Irvington 0.8 mi 5.9
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Irvington 0.9 mi 4.7
Union Avenue Middle School Irvington 1.1 mi 5.9
Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School Maplewood 1.2 mi 8.1
Clinton Elementary School Maplewood 1.2 mi 6.8
Grove Street Elementary School Irvington 1.2 mi 5.7
Benjamin Banneker Academy East Orange 1.5 mi 5.3
Marshall Elementary School S. Orange 1.4 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,232

Median Home Value

$291,500

Median Rent

$1,324/mo

Population

60,334

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

29.3%

Avg Commute

34.1 min

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Median Age

34.9

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Plainfield High School Plainfield, NJ 3.3
East Orange Campus High School East Orange, NJ 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Irvington High School

What grades does Irvington High School serve?

Irvington High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Irvington High School?

Irvington High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,752 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Irvington High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Irvington High School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Irvington High School rank in NJ?

Irvington High School ranks #2,418 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Irvington High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Irvington High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Irvington High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Irvington High School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Irvington High School a charter school?

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

Is Irvington High School a Title I school?

No, Irvington High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Irvington High School?

60.7% of students at Irvington High 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
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,752
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
113
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.8%
4-Year Graduation
81.0%

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