Serving 519 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 6% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 2% (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 519 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Argentine Middle 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 Argentine Middle School is 0.50, 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
#1249 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
68%
23%
Black
16%
7%
White
11%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kansas City School District
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 #1249 out of 1,269 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Argentine Middle School?
519 students attend Argentine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Argentine Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 4% 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 (No virtual instruction).
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 5 other public schools located in Argentine.
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