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#1107 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 23% in state

Argyle Junior/senior High School

High School · ARGYLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

5023 STATE RT 40, Argyle, NY 12809

Enrollment

234

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,107 of 4,742

In Argyle

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

ARGYLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Argyle Junior/senior High School

7.6/10

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About Argyle Junior/senior High School

Argyle Junior/senior High School is a public high school in Argyle, NY, part of ARGYLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Argyle Junior/senior High School serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Argyle Junior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,107 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Argyle Junior/senior High School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Argyle Junior/senior High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Argyle Junior/senior High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

32% of students at Argyle Junior/senior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-1.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
College Readiness9.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,256
Chronic Absenteeism31.6%

Argyle Junior/senior High School — Students at Argyle Junior/senior High School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 59.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.5% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
28.3%
ELA
53.3%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
52.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Argyle Junior/senior High School Compares

See how Argyle Junior/senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
77th percentile in NY
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Sports
9
5 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.6%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics9sports offered
5 boys'·4 girls'·10 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5023 STATE RT 40, Argyle, NY 12809

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Argyle Junior/senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SCHUYLERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Schuylerville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HARTFORD MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Hartford), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HUDSON FALLS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Hudson Falls), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Argyle, see our Argyle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ARGYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Argyle 0.0 mi 5.9
FORT EDWARD SCHOOL Fort Edward 5.5 mi 5.2
HUDSON FALLS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Hudson Falls 6.2 mi 4.3
HUDSON FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hudson Falls 6.4 mi 4.5
HUDSON FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Hudson Falls 6.7 mi 6.7
MARGARET MURPHY KINDERGARTEN CENTER Hudson Falls 6.5 mi 5.4
WASHINGTON-SARATOGA-WARREN-HAMILTON-ESSEX BOCES Hudson Falls 6.9 mi 5.7
HUDSON FALLS PRIMARY SCHOOL Hudson Falls 7.1 mi 5.5
GREENWICH JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Greenwich 10.0 mi 6.4
GREENWICH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwich 10.1 mi 6.1
HARTFORD MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Hartford 9.4 mi 6.8
FLOYD HARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartford 9.4 mi 7.1
MOREAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Glens Falls 7.7 mi 4.5
OLIVER W WINCH MIDDLE SCHOOL South Glens Falls 8.3 mi 5.5
ABRAHAM WING SCHOOL Glens Falls 9.0 mi 3.5
SCHUYLERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Schuylerville 10.5 mi 8.1
SCHUYLERVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schuylerville 10.6 mi 8.0
SCHUYLERVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Schuylerville 10.6 mi 8.5
FORT ANN MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Fort Ann 11.7 mi 6.0
FORT ANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Ann 11.7 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12809 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,631

Median Home Value

$222,700

Median Rent

$1,100/mo

Population

3,639

College Educated

20.8%

Homeownership

88%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

48.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
DREAMYARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bronx, NY 7.6
ELLICOTTVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Ellicottville, NY 7.6
GOWANDA HIGH SCHOOL Gowanda, NY 7.6
HAMILTON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hamilton, NY 7.6
HERITAGE SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY 7.6
HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL OF LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES New York, NY 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Argyle Junior/senior High School

What grades does Argyle Junior/senior High School serve?

Argyle Junior/senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Argyle Junior/senior High School?

Argyle Junior/senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Argyle Junior/senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Argyle Junior/senior High School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Argyle Junior/senior High School rank in NY?

Argyle Junior/senior High School ranks #1,107 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Argyle Junior/senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Argyle Junior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Argyle Junior/senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Argyle Junior/senior High School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Argyle Junior/senior High School a charter school?

No, Argyle Junior/senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Argyle Junior/senior High School a Title I school?

No, Argyle Junior/senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Argyle Junior/senior High School?

47.9% of students at Argyle Junior/senior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.6%
4-Year Graduation
90%+

District

ARGYLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
508
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,256
District Rank
#1 of 2

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