Irving Elementary

www.usd259.org

312 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Irving Elementary, located in the heart of Wichita, Kansas, is a proud member of the Wichita Public Schools (USD 259) district. The school serves a diverse student population, fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth and social-emotional development. As part of Kansas’s largest school district, Irving Elementary benefits from district-wide resources and curricula designed to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

The school is deeply rooted in its local community, acting as a neighborhood hub for families near the North Market area. With a commitment to meeting the unique needs of every learner, Irving Elementary focuses on providing a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. Parents and community members interested in the school’s specific programs, upcoming events, or enrollment details can find comprehensive information through the official district portal at [www.usd259.org](http://www.usd259.org).

312

Total Students

23.8

Full-Time Teachers

13.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

136.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Irving Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	22
Hispanic	271
Black	12
Asian	1
Two or More	5
American Indian	1

Hispanic
271 (86.9 %)
White
22 (7.1 %)
Black
12 (3.8 %)
Two or More
5 (1.6 %)
Asian
1 (0.3 %)
American Indian
1 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Wichita
Phone:	(316)973-0050
Website:	http://www.usd259.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	312
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	23.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	403
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	24

* 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 34

Kindergarten 41

Grade 1 47

Grade 2 40

Grade 3 50

Grade 4 51

Grade 5 49

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Irving Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	34
Kindergarten	41
Grade 1	47
Grade 2	40
Grade 3	50
Grade 4	51
Grade 5	49

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Irving Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	154	49.4%
Male	158	50.6%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)