Irving Elementary School

3220 East Pueblo Avenue

School District

Mesa Unified
Grade

PK, K-6
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:15
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on June 22, 2017

I find it odd and an amazing coincidence that both 5 star reviews written by a "Teacher" and "Parent" were written on the exact same day, both eloquently about the leadership and school. As a parent I can tell you from experience this school is in bad shape, I volunteer and help out as much as I can but many people from the principal down have a lot of work to do. Instead of coming home and telling me about their day my kids come home crying about school. Issues are never addressed, problems never solved, and nothing ever fixed. I am leaving this school year with my little ones and finding a better school for them, which shouldn't be difficult. If you choose Irving and have issues, you were warned.
Submitted by parent on June 19, 2017

I am very saddened by the previous review written about an outstanding school and leader. Being the mother of a daughter who has attended Irving Elementary School for five years, I could not be happier! She is determined and ready to take the next step into junior high. We owe this confidence and self-esteem to the staff at Irving Elementary School and their leader, Penny Briney. The environment provided my daughter was nothing but nurturing, supportive and fair. As these qualities of not only a school but also a leader are important to all of us as parents, my daughter's situation being a little different we were embraced with a village of caring and helpful solutions and strategies to work through the difficulties and progress as a learner daily. We truly owe this growth and the "I can do this" feeling to this school and the principal!
Submitted by teacher on June 19, 2017

I have been a teacher at Irving for 26 years and there are many reasons I choose to stay and feel it is an amazing school. In regard to the prior review, the transitions of the staff this year are teachers who have retired, are experiencing major life transitions, and/or have opportunities to further themselves professionally. The administration is exceptional and works with staff meticulously to master and improve the components of their craft. The principal is supportive, patient, and thorough in dealing with staff, parents, and students. We have a significant number of students on open enrollment due to the qualities of the school, staff, and innovative progression of educational strategies exhibited on the campus. I brag about Irving constantly and HAVE had one of my own sons attend the school. I can't imagine being anywhere else.
Submitted by teacher on May 29, 2017

Speaking as a former teacher here, and parent who's children NEVER went to Irving I would not recommend the school to teachers looking for a new placement or parents looking for a good school. The principal and her "minions" have driven away most of the good teachers left at this school. When you have over a dozen teachers leaving in a year, this would be a clear indication of a problem. The parent below that comment about the principal "who cares nothing for her students" hit the nail on the head, the problem is, she doesn't care for her staff either. Hopefully in time, they will get rid of the leadership here and Irving can be a great school once again. In the meantime, if you can, I would take your kids to a different Mesa school.
Submitted by parent on February 23, 2017

My child loves going to Irving Elimentry.
Submitted by parent on March 25, 2015

For the first time ever my son actually likes coming to school. This school is very helpful to students with special needs or who need accommodations. My son is in Mr. Holmes class (whom I recommend, especially for boys) and comes home happy every day with tales to tell and a wealth of knowledge learned. The Principal and most teachers I have met at Irving are wonderful. I would highly recommend!
Submitted by parent on February 02, 2015

I love how they encourage the students to challenge the principal. Both of my two kids attend Irving and they love it. It's one of the best and organized school I have seen in a while. Small but very challenging for the kids.
Submitted by parent on August 08, 2013

I love this school! All 3 of my children have been here since kindergarten. All have had amazing teachers and do very well academically. Above their grade level. They have a new principal who is very involved with the parents and addresses parents concerns very quickly. She's very approachable and the office staff is great!
Submitted by parent on August 08, 2013

My children have been here since Kindergarten, my oldest now in 6th. She has loved every teacher here. My others have also loved their teachers. They help them work to their full potential. The office staff always helps me with my questions and the principal is always involved and willing to answer questions and address concerns one might have as a parent. I am very pleased with this school so much that my children are here on a boundary exception.