7.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Apollo Beach, Florida

5 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 5

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.0/10
Median household income: $113,775
Median home value: $430,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 46%
Avg commute: 37 min
Owner-occupied homes: 83%

How Apollo Beach compares

Florida rank

#57 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.6

above Florida avg (6.4)

Median household income

$114k

152% of Florida median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Apollo Beach, Florida

Apollo Beach, Florida is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools.

With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Apollo Beach show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Apollo Beach is Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Apollo Beach is served by 1 school district: HILLSBOROUGH. These districts collectively serve 224,152 students.

Apollo Beach's community shows 46% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $113,775. The poverty rate in the area is 4.4%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	DOROTHY C YORK PK-8 MAGNET SCHOOL 1,420 students · Pre-K–8th	1,420	Pre-K–8th	8.1
2	APOLLO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 613 students · Pre-K–5th	613	Pre-K–5th	7.8
3	DOBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 618 students · Pre-K–5th	618	Pre-K–5th	6.0
4	WATERSET CHARTER SCHOOL 1,164 students · Kindergarten–8th	1,164	Kindergarten–8th	6.0

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	SLAM ACADEMY AT APOLLO BEACH 1,243 students · Kindergarten–12th	1,243	Kindergarten–12th	6.9

Schools in Apollo Beach

Apollo Beach, Florida · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$113,775

Median Home Value

$430,900

Median Rent

$2,057/mo

Population

25,045

College Educated

46%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

37 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Community Profile

Apollo Beach has a median household income of $113,775. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $430,900, with a median rent of $2,057/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Florida
Total Schools: 5
Elementary: 4
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.0/10

Resources

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School District

HILLSBOROUGH

305 schools · 224,152 students

Nearby Cities

Gibsonton (5 schools)

3 mi

Sun City Center (1 school)

Riverview (37 schools)

Palmetto (15 schools)

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Temple Terrace (10 schools)

19 mi

Dover (6 schools)

19 mi

St. Petersburg (77 schools)

18 mi

Other Major Cities in Florida

Top metros statewide by school count.

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Apollo Beach, Florida

How many schools are in Apollo Beach, Florida?

Apollo Beach has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Apollo Beach, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Apollo Beach is 7.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Apollo Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Apollo Beach on MySchoolScout is Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Apollo Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Apollo Beach on MySchoolScout is Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

How many school districts serve Apollo Beach, Florida?

Apollo Beach is served by 1 school district: Hillsborough.

What is the education level in Apollo Beach, Florida?

According to Census data, 46% of adults in Apollo Beach have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Apollo Beach, Florida?

The median household income in Apollo Beach is approximately $113,775 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Apollo Beach, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Apollo Beach is 17.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Apollo Beach, Florida?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.