Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Apollo Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Apollo Elementary School serves the northeast part of Goddard, KS, covering an area of approximately 7.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apollo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Apollo Elementary School's student population of 544 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Apollo Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apollo Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#24 out of 1269 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apollo Elementary School's ranking?
Apollo Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Apollo Elementary School often compared to?
Apollo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maize South Elementary School, Explorer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Apollo Elementary School?
544 students attend Apollo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Apollo Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apollo Elementary School?
Apollo Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Apollo Elementary School offer ?
Apollo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apollo Elementary School part of?
Apollo Elementary School is part of Goddard School District.
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