Serving 198 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Irving School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Irving School's student population of 198 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Irving School ranks within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
12%
11%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
10%
5%
Black
3%
1%
White
68%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving School's ranking?
Irving School is ranked #173 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Irving School often compared to?
Irving Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longfellow School, Lamotte School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Irving School?
198 students attend Irving School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Irving School students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irving School?
Irving School has a student ration of 14:1, 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
What school district is Irving School part of?
Irving School is part of Bozeman Elem School District.
School Reviews
5 1/6/2023
This school is BEYOND exceptional! The interaction between staff and students goes beyond anything I ever expected.
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