Serving 327 students in grades 9-12, Apollo-ridge High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Apollo-Ridge High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Spring Church, PA, covering approximately 76.6 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apollo-ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Apollo-ridge High School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings
Apollo-ridge High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apollo-ridge High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#343 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
1%
14%
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White
92%
60%
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Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.5%
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
1%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apollo-ridge High School's ranking?
Apollo-ridge High School is ranked #343 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Apollo-ridge High School often compared to?
Apollo-ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Cambria High School, Purchase Line Jr. Sr. High School, Leechburg Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Apollo-ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Apollo-ridge High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Apollo-ridge High School?
327 students attend Apollo-ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Apollo-ridge High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apollo-ridge High School?
Apollo-ridge High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Apollo-ridge High School offer ?
Apollo-ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apollo-ridge High School part of?
Apollo-ridge High School is part of Apollo-Ridge School District.
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