Argonia Public Schools

The Argonia Public Schools district in Kansas consists of two schools: Argonia High and Argonia Elementary. Argonia High has consistently ranked among the top 30 high schools in Kansas, earning a 5-star rating, while Argonia Elementary has a lower ranking between 298-357 out of 653-670 elementary schools in the state, with a 2-3 star rating.

Academically, Argonia High outperforms the state average in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency across multiple grade levels, while Argonia Elementary also performs well in these subjects, exceeding the district and state averages in several grades. However, both schools lag behind the state average in Science proficiency. Additionally, both schools have a high percentage of students (around 49%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively high level of economic disadvantage in the student population.

In terms of resources, Argonia High spends $17,015 per student, while Argonia Elementary spends $13,221 per student, both figures higher than the state average. Argonia High also has a lower student-teacher ratio of 7.9, compared to 8.7 at Argonia Elementary. These findings suggest a focus on providing ample resources and personalized attention to support student success, though continued efforts to address equity and ensure consistent high-quality education across all schools may be warranted.