Serving 868 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 13:1 is lower than 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 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- 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 868 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
868 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
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 0.62, 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
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
53%
24%
Black
30%
32%
White
7%
31%
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
49%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Montgomery County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
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 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?
868 students attend Argyle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Argyle Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 7% 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 13:1, which is lower than 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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