Serving 919 students in grades 6-8, Argyle Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Argyle Middle School's student population of 919 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Argyle Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Argyle Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1064 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
53%
23%
Black
29%
33%
White
7%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Argyle Middle School's ranking?
Argyle Middle School is ranked #1064 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Argyle Middle School often compared to?
Argyle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. Mario Loiederman Middle School, Parkland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Argyle Middle School?
919 students attend Argyle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Argyle Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Argyle Middle School?
Argyle Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Argyle Middle School offer ?
Argyle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Argyle Middle School part of?
Argyle Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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