School Overview
Argyle Middle School, located in Silver Spring, Maryland, is a prominent member of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. The school is widely recognized for its unique identity as an **Interdisciplinary Project-Based Learning (iPBL) magnet program**. This specialized curriculum emphasizes hands-on, real-world problem solving, encouraging students to collaborate across subjects to address complex challenges. By integrating technology and inquiry-based instruction, Argyle aims to prepare students for the demands of the 21st-century workforce while fostering critical thinking and communication skills.

Beyond its academic focus, Argyle Middle School is dedicated to cultivating a supportive and inclusive community. The school offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, athletics, and enrichment clubs that allow students to explore their personal interests outside of the classroom. As part of the larger MCPS district, Argyle benefits from robust resources and a commitment to equity, striving to ensure that all students—regardless of their background—have access to high-quality instruction and the tools necessary for both academic success and social-emotional growth.
868
Total Students
66.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
61.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Argyle Middle
Demographic Student Count
White60
Hispanic454
Black262
Asian62
Two or More26
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    454 (52.4%)
  • Black
    262 (30.2%)
  • Asian
    62 (7.2%)
  • White
    60 (6.9%)
  • Two or More
    26 (3.0%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Montgomery County Public Schools
Phone: (240)740-6370
Website: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/argylems/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 868
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 66.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 423
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 110
Grades Taught
Grade 6 274
Grade 7 280
Grade 8 314

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Argyle Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6274
Grade 7280
Grade 8314
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Argyle Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female36341.8%
Male50458.1%
Not Specified10.1%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)