Serving 1,143 students in grades 6-8, Apollo Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Apollo Middle School's student population of 1,143 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,143 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Colors
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School Calendar
School Motto
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School Rankings
Apollo Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apollo Middle School is 0.62, 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
#2303 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
51%
38%
Black
34%
21%
White
8%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
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 Middle School's ranking?
Apollo Middle School is ranked #2303 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Apollo Middle School?
1,143 students attend Apollo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Apollo Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apollo Middle School?
Apollo Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Apollo Middle School offer ?
Apollo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apollo Middle School part of?
Apollo Middle School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Apollo Middle School located?
Apollo Middle School is located in the Boulevard Heights neighborhood of Hollywood, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Boulevard Heights.
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5 10/10/2025
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