Irwin Elementary School serves 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-3.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Irwin Elementary School?
289 students attend Irwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Irwin Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irwin Elementary School?
Irwin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Irwin Elementary School offer ?
Irwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Irwin Elementary School part of?
Irwin Elementary School is part of Lapeer Community Schools School District.
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