Very Good
#662 of 3,777 schools in FL
Top 18% in state
Apollo Beach Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
501 APOLLO BEACH BLVD, Apollo Beach, FL 33572
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Apollo Beach
#2 of 5
public schools
Florida elementary schools
#603 of 2,196
In district
#54 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Equity
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Apollo Beach Elementary School
Apollo Beach Elementary School serves 613 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in the established community of Apollo Beach, Florida. With 38 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 16.1 to 1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranking in the 83rd percentile statewide at #652 out of 3,816 Florida elementary schools.
Students show particularly impressive achievement in mathematics, with 76% scoring proficient or above across grade levels. Reading and language arts performance is solid as well, with 62% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards. Located at 501 Apollo Beach Boulevard, the school sits in an affluent suburban community where families value education highly.
The surrounding 33572 ZIP code reflects this commitment, with 45% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a median household income of $110,558. The area's low poverty rate of just 4% and median home values of $381,100 indicate a stable, well-resourced community. Apollo Beach Elementary operates within Hillsborough County's public school system, serving families in this thriving waterfront community along Tampa Bay's eastern shore.
Score Breakdown
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Apollo Beach Elementary School — Students at Apollo Beach Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.7/10.
How Apollo Beach Elementary School Compares
See how Apollo Beach Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 74% (2019) to 73% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 68% (2019) to 65% (2021).
Location
501 APOLLO BEACH BLVD, Apollo Beach, FL 33572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Apollo Beach Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DOROTHY C YORK PK-8 MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LITERACY LEADERSHIP TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY SOUTH BAY (rated 7.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Ruskin), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CREEKSIDE CHARTER ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Riverview), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Apollo Beach, see our Apollo Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WATERSET CHARTER SCHOOL Apollo Beach | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| DOROTHY C YORK PK-8 MAGNET SCHOOL Apollo Beach | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| DOBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apollo Beach | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| CORR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gibsonton | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| SLAM ACADEMY AT APOLLO BEACH Apollo Beach | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| EISENHOWER MIDDLE SCHOOL Gibsonton | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
| EISENHOWER EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Gibsonton | 2.6 mi | — |
| EAST BAY HIGH SCHOOL Gibsonton | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| SHIELDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Ruskin | 3.1 mi | 3.9 |
| CYPRESS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ruskin | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| LITERACY LEADERSHIP TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY SOUTH BAY Ruskin | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| LENNARD HIGH SCHOOL Ruskin | 3.7 mi | 5.0 |
| THOMPSON ELEMENTARY Ruskin | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sun City Center | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| FIRST BAPTIST OF EAST BAY / EAST BAY CHRISTIAN Riverview | 3.8 mi | 7.6 |
| CREEKSIDE CHARTER ACADEMY Riverview | 4.2 mi | 7.1 |
| RUSKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ruskin | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
| LIVINGSTONE ACADEMY - RIVER VIEW Riverview | 4.5 mi | 6.6 |
| JULE F SUMNER HIGH SCHOOL Riverview | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| RUSKIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ruskin | 5.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,775
Median Home Value
$430,900
Median Rent
$2,057/mo
Population
25,045
College Educated
45.5%
Homeownership
82.6%
Avg Commute
36.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
43.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Apollo Beach Elementary School 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.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL EAST AT DORAL Doral, FL | 7.8 |
| ALTAMONTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs, FL | 7.8 |
| ANNIE LUCY WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parrish, FL | 7.8 |
| ARBOR RIDGE K-8 Orlando, FL | 7.8 |
| BALLAST POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 7.8 |
| BEACON COVE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Jupiter, FL | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Apollo Beach Elementary School
What grades does Apollo Beach Elementary School serve?
Apollo Beach Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Apollo Beach Elementary School?
Apollo Beach Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Apollo Beach Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Apollo Beach Elementary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Apollo Beach Elementary School rank in FL?
Apollo Beach Elementary School is ranked #662 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Apollo Beach Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Apollo Beach Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Apollo Beach Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Apollo Beach Elementary School has 75.2% math proficiency and 63.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Apollo Beach Elementary School a charter school?
No, Apollo Beach Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Apollo Beach Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Apollo Beach Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Apollo Beach Elementary School?
36.7% of students at Apollo Beach Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 613
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (813) 671-5172
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #54 of 286
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