From Apollo Beach K-8 School, "Apollo Beach Elementary works to help students achieve their goals, build connections, engage hearts and minds, and support growth. Since opening our doors in 1982, we have served students and their families in the neighborhoods of Apollo Beach."
Serving 794 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Apollo Beach K-8 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 73% (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 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Apollo Beach Elementary School serves the southwest part of its district, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles in Apollo Beach, FL. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apollo Beach K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Apollo Beach K-8 School's student population of 794 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
794 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Apollo Beach K-8 School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apollo Beach K-8 School is 0.61, 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
#759 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apollo Beach K-8 School's ranking?
Apollo Beach K-8 School is ranked #759 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Apollo Beach K-8 School often compared to?
Apollo Beach K-8 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?
73% 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 K-8 School?
794 students attend Apollo Beach K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Apollo Beach K-8 School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apollo Beach K-8 School?
Apollo Beach K-8 School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Apollo Beach K-8 School offer ?
Apollo Beach K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apollo Beach K-8 School part of?
Apollo Beach K-8 School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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