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Zip Code 67004

About Argonia Public Schools Unified School District 359

Argonia Public Schools Unified School District 359 is the public school district assigned to zip code 67004 in Argonia, Kansas. Serving students from K–12, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 67004. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.

Funding and Resources

According to NCES 2024–2025, Argonia Public Schools Unified School District 359 spends approximately $11,500 per student per year, placing it near the Kansas state average of approximately $11,500 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.

District Scale and Program Breadth

At 2 schools serving grades K–12, Argonia Public Schools Unified School District 359 qualifies as a small, community-focused district serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 150 students in total. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.

Understanding the 4/10 Rating

With a rating of 4/10 (below average), Argonia Public Schools Unified School District 359 ranks among Kansas’s below average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection. We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Kansas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.

Argonia Public Schools Unified School District 359 carries a below-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates below typical Kansas benchmarks on state assessments. A below-average score reflects test performance relative to other districts — not necessarily teaching quality or school culture, and some of these districts have schools with strong communities and dedicated staff. Families should research specific school quality, visit in person, and ask about available programs. Also ask about open enrollment and magnet options that may offer alternatives to the default attendance-zone assignment.

Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 67004

Children in zip code 67004 are assigned to Argonia Public Schools Unified School District 359 for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 67004, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.

To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Argonia Public Schools Unified School District 359 at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Kansas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.

School Districts and Home Values in Argonia

For families considering a purchase in the Argonia area, district assignment matters financially. Because Argonia Public Schools Unified School District 359 serves zip code 67004, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 67004. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.

Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Kansas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Argonia Public Schools Unified School District 359 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 67004.

Data Sources and Accuracy

All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Argonia Public Schools Unified School District 359 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 67004 data.