Serving 1,477 students in grades 9-12, Argyle High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Argyle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Argyle High School's student population of 1,477 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Argyle High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Argyle High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
16%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
71%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Argyle High School's ranking?
Argyle High School is ranked #259 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Argyle High School often compared to?
Argyle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byron Nelson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Argyle High School?
The graduation rate of Argyle High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Argyle High School?
1,477 students attend Argyle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Argyle High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Argyle High School?
Argyle High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Argyle High School offer ?
Argyle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Argyle High School part of?
Argyle High School is part of Argyle Independent School District.
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