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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
38%
Black
9%
21%
White
56%
34%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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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