Serving 174 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Irving School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Irving School serves the southeast part of Bozeman, MT, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irving School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Irving School's student population of 174 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irving School ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#31 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
12%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
20%
7%
Black
5%
1%
White
59%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving School's ranking?
Irving School is ranked #31 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Irving School often compared to?
Irving Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lamotte School, Longfellow School, Hawthorne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Irving School?
174 students attend Irving School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Irving School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irving School?
Irving School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Irving School offer ?
Irving School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irving School part of?
Irving School is part of Bozeman Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is BEYOND exceptional! The interaction between staff and students goes beyond anything I ever expected.
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