WASHINGTON IRVING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WASHINGTON IRVING ES is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DURANT school district, located in Durant, OK with about 668 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, WASHINGTON IRVING ES has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Washington Irving Elementary School, located at 812 West Locust Street in Durant, Oklahoma, serves as a primary educational facility within the Durant Independent School District. As a key component of the local public school system, the institution is dedicated to fostering the academic and personal growth of young students in the Durant community. The school provides a structured environment focused on foundational learning, emphasizing essential literacy, numeracy, and social development skills necessary for early childhood education.

In addition to its core curriculum, Washington Irving Elementary plays an integral role in the community by offering resources and programming that support student engagement and parental involvement. Through its affiliation with the Durant Independent School District, the school aligns its educational goals with broader district standards to ensure that students are adequately prepared for their transition to middle school. For families seeking more detailed information regarding school calendars, enrollment procedures, or specific administrative policies, the district’s official website at http://www.durantisd.org serves as the primary hub for updates and communication.

For more information, contact WASHINGTON IRVING ES at (580) 924-3805 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.