Serving 726 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 38% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Irving Middle School's student population of 726 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Irving Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#363 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
79%
73%
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
33%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving Middle School's ranking?
Irving Middle School is ranked #363 out of 709 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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?
726 students attend Irving Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Irving Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 20:1, 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 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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