Serving 133 students in grades 6-8, Washington Irving Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9%
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Irving Middle School's student population of 133 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Irving Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
50%
25%
Black
42%
10%
White
2%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Washington Irving Middle School?
133 students attend Washington Irving Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Washington Irving Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Irving Middle School?
Washington Irving Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Washington Irving Middle School offer ?
Washington Irving Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Irving Middle School part of?
Washington Irving Middle School is part of Boston School District.
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