Serving 702 students in grades 6-8, Irving Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Irving Middle School serves the southern part of Pocatello, ID, covering an area of approximately 99.9 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Irving Middle School's student population of 702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
Average Class Size
30 students
School Rankings
Irving Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#349 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
78%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #349 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Irving Middle School?
702 students attend Irving Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Irving Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irving Middle School part of?
Irving Middle School is part of Pocatello School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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