Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Apollo-ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower 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 Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apollo-ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Apollo-ridge Elementary School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Vikings
School Rankings
Apollo-ridge Elementary 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 Elementary 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
#1485 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
92%
60%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apollo-ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Apollo-ridge Elementary School is ranked #1485 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Apollo-ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Apollo-ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elderton Elementary School, David Leech Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Apollo-ridge Elementary School?
545 students attend Apollo-ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Apollo-ridge Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apollo-ridge Elementary School?
Apollo-ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Apollo-ridge Elementary School offer ?
Apollo-ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apollo-ridge Elementary School part of?
Apollo-ridge Elementary School is part of Apollo-Ridge School District.
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