Serving 965 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Argyle West ranks in the top 10% 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 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Argyle West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Argyle West's student population of 965 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
965 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Argyle West ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Argyle West is 0.56, 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
#431 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
16%
6%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
63%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Argyle West's ranking?
Argyle West is ranked #431 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Argyle West?
965 students attend Argyle West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Argyle West students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Argyle West?
Argyle West has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Argyle West offer ?
Argyle West offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Argyle West part of?
Argyle West is part of Argyle Independent School District.
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