Serving 84 students in grades 6-12, Argonia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Argonia High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of 176.5 square miles in Argonia, KS. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located approximately 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Argonia High School's student population of 84 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Argonia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Argonia High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#995 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
76%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Argonia High School's ranking?
Argonia High School is ranked #995 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Argonia High School often compared to?
Argonia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Plaine High School, Caldwell Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Argonia High School?
The graduation rate of Argonia High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Argonia High School?
84 students attend Argonia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Argonia High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Argonia High School?
Argonia High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Argonia High School offer ?
Argonia High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Argonia High School part of?
Argonia High School is part of Argonia School District.
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