Serving 629 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Apollo Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apollo Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Apollo Beach Elementary School's student population of 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Apollo Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apollo Beach Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#744 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
5%
21%
White
62%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apollo Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Apollo Beach Elementary School is ranked #744 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Apollo Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Apollo Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Apollo Beach Elementary School?
629 students attend Apollo Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Apollo Beach Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Apollo Beach Elementary School?
Apollo Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Apollo Beach Elementary School offer ?
Apollo Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Apollo Beach Elementary School part of?
Apollo Beach Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Apollo Beach Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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