Irvington High School

irvington.k12.nj.us/schools/irvington-high-school

1,913 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Irvington High School, located on Clinton Avenue in Irvington, New Jersey, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Irvington Public Schools district. As a central fixture of the community, the school is dedicated to preparing a diverse student body for post-secondary success through a comprehensive curriculum. It offers a variety of academic programs, including honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, aimed at challenging students and equipping them with the critical thinking skills necessary for college and career readiness.

Beyond academics, Irvington High School emphasizes the development of well-rounded individuals through a robust selection of extracurricular activities, including varsity athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. The school culture is focused on fostering an inclusive environment that encourages school spirit, leadership, and civic engagement. By providing resources such as guidance counseling, academic support services, and vocational training, the school strives to meet the unique needs of every student while promoting academic achievement and personal growth within the Irvington community.

1,913

Total Students

126.5

Full-Time Teachers

15.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

62.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Irvington High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	4
Hispanic	567
Black	1,332
Asian	4
Two or More	1
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	3

Black
1,332 (69.6%)
Hispanic
567 (29.6%)
White
4 (0.2%)
Asian
4 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.2%)
American Indian
2 (0.1%)
Two or More
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Irvington Public School District
Phone:	(973)399-6897
Website:	http://irvington.k12.nj.us/schools/irvington-high-school
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,913
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	126.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,121
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	75

* 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

Grade 9 521

Grade 10 495

Grade 11 455

Grade 12 442