Irving Elementary School

2520 Pennsylvania Ave
Dubuque, IA 52001

www.irving.dbqschools.org

409 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Irving Elementary School, located in Dubuque, Iowa, is a public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5th grade. As part of the Dubuque Community School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The school prides itself on a diverse student body and a curriculum designed to prepare children for lifelong learning by focusing on core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while integrating technology and creative enrichment opportunities.

Beyond the classroom, Irving Elementary is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to student success through collaborative partnerships between teachers, parents, and the broader Dubuque area. The school offers various programs and initiatives aimed at meeting individual student needs, ensuring that all learners have the resources required to thrive. With a clear focus on building character and promoting a safe, inclusive atmosphere, Irving Elementary serves as a foundational pillar for its students as they progress toward middle school and beyond.

409

Total Students

30.2

Full-Time Teachers

13.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

45.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Irving Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	316
Hispanic	29
Black	21
Asian	1
Two or More	32
Pacific Islander	10

White
316 (77.3%)
Two or More
32 (7.8%)
Hispanic
29 (7.1%)
Black
21 (5.1%)
Pacific Islander
10 (2.4%)
Asian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Dubuque Comm School District
Phone:	(563)552-3800
Website:	http://www.irving.dbqschools.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	409
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	30.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	160
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	25

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 23

Kindergarten 67

Grade 1 57

Grade 2 58

Grade 3 66

Grade 4 63

Grade 5 75