Serving 178 students in grades 6-8, Argenta-oreana Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Argenta-oreana Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Argenta-oreana Middle School's student population of 178 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
178 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Argenta-oreana Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Argenta-oreana Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2578 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)8%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%

Hispanic
6%
28%

Black
4%
16%

White
82%
45%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Argenta-oreana Middle School's ranking?
Argenta-oreana Middle School is ranked #2578 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Argenta-oreana Middle School?
178 students attend Argenta-oreana Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Argenta-oreana Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Argenta-oreana Middle School?
Argenta-oreana Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Argenta-oreana Middle School offer ?
Argenta-oreana Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Argenta-oreana Middle School part of?
Argenta-oreana Middle School is part of Argenta-Oreana CUSD 1 School District.
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