Serving 697 students in grades 6-8, Irving Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is equal to the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Irving Middle School's student population of 697 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Irving Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#401 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
80%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving Middle School's ranking?
Irving Middle School is ranked #401 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Irving Middle School often compared to?
Irving Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alameda Middle School, Hawthorne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Irving Middle School?
697 students attend Irving Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Irving Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irving Middle School?
Irving Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Irving Middle School offer ?
Irving Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Irving Middle School part of?
Irving Middle School is part of Pocatello School District.
School Reviews
5 2/2/2007
Irving Middle School is a wonderful school. We have dances, pep rallies, and assemblies where we do skits and recognize sports players. We win city in most events, and have great teachers.
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