Apollo High School is a high school that is part of the Daviess County Public Schools district, located in Owensboro, Kentucky, United States. It was named after the Apollo Space Program, and opened in 1969 as a junior high school. It then converted into a high school in 1972 and held its first graduation in 1974.
Serving 1,265 students in grades 9-12, Apollo High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Apollo High School serves the west part of Owensboro, KY, covering an area of approximately 236.8 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Apollo High School's student population of 1,265 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Motto
Kids First!
School Rankings
Apollo High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apollo High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#623 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
73%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apollo High School's ranking?
Apollo High School is ranked #623 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Apollo High School often compared to?
Apollo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daviess County High School, Owensboro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Apollo High School?
The graduation rate of Apollo High School is 93%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Apollo High School?
1,265 students attend Apollo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Apollo High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apollo High School?
Apollo High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Apollo High School offer ?
Apollo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Apollo High School part of?
Apollo High School is part of Daviess County School District.
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