Very Good
#1035 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 27% in state
Irving Middle School
Middle School · Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89
805 S 17th Ave, Maywood, IL 60153
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,035 of 3,813
In Maywood
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Irving Middle School
Middle School in Maywood · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Irving Middle School
Irving Middle School is a public middle school in Maywood, IL, part of Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89. Irving Middle School serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Irving Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,035 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Irving Middle School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Irving Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Irving Middle School — Students at Irving Middle School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 13 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Irving Middle School Compares
See how Irving Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
805 S 17th Ave, Maywood, IL 60153
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Irving Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Stevenson Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Melrose Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Roosevelt Middle School (rated 4.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Bellwood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Maywood, see our Maywood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Dual Language Academy Maywood | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Garfield Elem School Maywood | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Broadview | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Roosevelt Middle School Bellwood | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elem School Bellwood | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Melrose Park Elem School Melrose Park | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| WALTHER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Melrose Park | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MAYWOOD MARGERY DAW DAY CARE Maywood | 0.8 mi | — |
| Emerson Elem School Maywood | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Lincoln Elem School Maywood | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY-MELROSE PARK Melrose Park | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY Melrose Park | 1.2 mi | — |
| Proviso East High School Maywood | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Lindop Elem School Broadview | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| McKinley Elem School Bellwood | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Jane Addams Elem School Melrose Park | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| ALPHA AND OMEGA LEARNING CENTER Melrose Park | 1.5 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary School Bellwood | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Early Childhood Center Bellwood | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Stevenson Middle School Melrose Park | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60153 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,498
Median Home Value
$212,600
Median Rent
$1,203/mo
Population
23,173
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
60.5%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
35.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hester Jr High School Franklin Park, IL | 7.3 |
| Lakeview Jr High School Downers Grove, IL | 7.3 |
| Lisle Jr High School Lisle, IL | 7.3 |
| Lombard Middle School Galesburg, IL | 7.3 |
| Manteno Middle School Manteno, IL | 7.3 |
| Prairie View Middle School Tinley Park, IL | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Irving Middle School
What grades does Irving Middle School serve?
Irving Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Irving Middle School?
Irving Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Irving Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Irving Middle School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Irving Middle School rank in IL?
Irving Middle School ranks #1,035 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Irving Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Irving Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Irving Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Irving Middle School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Irving Middle School a charter school?
No, Irving Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Irving Middle School a Title I school?
No, Irving Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Irving Middle School?
64.3% of students at Irving Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 496
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.4%
- Phone
- (708) 450-2015
Resources & Links
District
Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89- District Enrollment
- 4,153
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,096
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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