Below Average
#1763 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Apollo Middle School
Middle School · Sunnyside Unified District (4407)
265 West Nebraska Street, Tucson, AZ 85706
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,763 of 2,006
In Tucson
#220 of 257
public schools
In district
#12 of 21
Sunnyside Unified District (4407)
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About Apollo Middle School
Apollo Middle School is a public middle school in Tucson, AZ, part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407). Apollo Middle School serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Apollo Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,763 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Apollo Middle School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
86% of students at Apollo Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Apollo Middle School — Students at Apollo Middle School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Apollo Middle School Compares
See how Apollo Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
265 West Nebraska Street, Tucson, AZ 85706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Apollo Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Van Buskirk Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pima Vocational High School (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Elementary School Tucson | 0.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Pima County JTED - Star Tucson | 0.3 mi | — |
| STAR Academic High School Tucson | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Pima Vocational High School Tucson | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Toltecali High School Tucson | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| La Paloma Academy-South Tucson | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Drexel Elementary School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Mission Manor Elementary School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| C E Rose Elementary School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Van Buskirk Elementary School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Southgate Academy Tucson | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Math and Science Success Academy Tucson | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Hollinger K-8 School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Rivera Elementary Tucson | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tucson | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| SAN MIGUEL HIGH SCHOOL Tucson | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Sierra 2-8 School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Elvira Elementary School Tucson | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School Tucson | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Alta Vista High School Tucson | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,072
Median Home Value
$169,600
Median Rent
$981/mo
Population
56,022
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
29.3
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| Tortolita Middle School Tucson, AZ | 4.2 |
| Coolidge Jr. High School Coolidge, AZ | 4.3 |
| Sevilla Elementary School-West Campus Phoenix, AZ | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Apollo Middle School
What grades does Apollo Middle School serve?
Apollo Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Apollo Middle School?
Apollo Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Apollo Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Apollo Middle School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Apollo Middle School rank in AZ?
Apollo Middle School ranks #1,763 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Apollo Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Apollo Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Apollo Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Apollo Middle School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Apollo Middle School a charter school?
No, Apollo Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Apollo Middle School a Title I school?
No, Apollo Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 502
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.7%
- Phone
- (520) 545-4500
Resources & Links
District
Sunnyside Unified District (4407)- District Enrollment
- 14,144
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,153
- District Rank
- #12 of 21
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