Argyle Middle
868 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 60 |
| Hispanic | 454 |
| Black | 262 |
| Asian | 62 |
| Two or More | 26 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic454 (52.4%)
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Black262 (30.2%)
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Asian62 (7.2%)
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White60 (6.9%)
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Two or More26 (3.0%)
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American Indian2 (0.2%)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 274 |
| Grade 7 | 280 |
| Grade 8 | 314 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 363 | 41.8% |
| Male | 504 | 58.1% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.1% |
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