Serving 1,215 students in grades 7-8, Irving Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irving Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Irving Middle School's student population of 1,215 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Rankings
Irving Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#242 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
8%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
50%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving Middle School's ranking?
Irving Middle School is ranked #242 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Irving Middle School often compared to?
Irving Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Key Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Irving Middle School?
1,215 students attend Irving Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Irving Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irving Middle School?
Irving Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irving Middle School offer ?
Irving Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Irving Middle School part of?
Irving Middle School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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