Serving 264 students in grades 6-8, Apollo-ridge Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Apollo-Ridge MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, located in Spring Church, PA, and covers approximately 76.6 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Apollo-ridge Middle School's student population of 264 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Vikings
School Rankings
Apollo-ridge Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apollo-ridge Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1826 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
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)21.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
1%
Showing 2004–2022. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Viking Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apollo-ridge Middle School's ranking?
Apollo-ridge Middle School is ranked #1826 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Apollo-ridge Middle School?
264 students attend Apollo-ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Apollo-ridge Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apollo-ridge Middle School?
Apollo-ridge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Apollo-ridge Middle School offer ?
Apollo-ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apollo-ridge Middle School part of?
Apollo-ridge Middle School is part of Apollo-Ridge School District.
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