WASHINGTON IRVING MIDDLE SCHOOL

Washington Irving Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Boston school district, located in Roslindale, MA with about 321 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, Washington Irving Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Washington Irving Middle School, located in the Roslindale neighborhood of Boston, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Boston Public Schools (BPS) district. The school is situated on Cummins Highway and operates with a focus on providing a comprehensive middle school education designed to prepare students for the transition to high school. As a BPS institution, it follows the district’s broader mission to provide equitable access to quality education, fostering academic growth and social development within a diverse urban environment.

The school community at Washington Irving reflects the vibrant, multi-cultural fabric of Roslindale. Like many middle schools in the district, the program generally emphasizes a mix of core academic subjects—such as English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies—alongside opportunities for enrichment and personal growth. By utilizing the resources and curriculum standards provided by the Boston Public Schools, the faculty aims to support students in developing critical thinking skills and navigating the unique social and academic challenges inherent to the middle school years.

For more information, contact Washington Irving Middle at (617) 635-8072 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.