Serving 674 students in grades 6-8, Argentine Middle 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 3% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Argentine Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Argentine Middle School's student population of 674 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Argentine Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Argentine Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1246 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
67%
21%
Black
16%
6%
White
13%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Argentine Middle School's ranking?
Argentine Middle School is ranked #1246 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Argentine Middle School often compared to?
Argentine Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Argentine Middle School?
674 students attend Argentine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Argentine Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Argentine Middle School?
Argentine Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Argentine Middle School offer ?
Argentine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Argentine Middle School part of?
Argentine Middle School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Argentine Middle School located?
Argentine Middle School is located in the Argentine neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 6 other public schools located in Argentine.
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