IRVINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

IRVINGTON HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Irvington Public School District school district, located in IRVINGTON, NJ with about 1,363 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 107 teachers, IRVINGTON HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

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.

For more information, contact IRVINGTON HIGH SCHOOL at (973) 399-6897 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1253 CLINTON AVE
IRVINGTON, NJ 07111-2437
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IRVINGTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in IRVINGTON, NJ with about 1,363 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,363
Teachers:
107
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,363 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending IRVINGTON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 83% of the student body.

Black or African American
83.1%
Hispanic/Latino
16.3%
Asian
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%
Two or more races
0.1%

Female
47.0%
Male
53.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.