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Apollo Elem School
Elementary School · East Maine SD 63
10100 Dee Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,339 of 3,813
In Des Plaines
#15 of 17
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
East Maine SD 63
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About Apollo Elem School
Apollo Elem School is a public elementary school in Des Plaines, IL, part of East Maine SD 63. Apollo Elem School serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Apollo Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,339 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Apollo Elem School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Apollo Elem 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 Elem School — Students at Apollo Elem School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL 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 Elem School Compares
See how Apollo Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10100 Dee Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Apollo Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westbrook Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Glenview), which scores notably higher. Another option is Henking Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Glenview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Park Ridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Des Plaines, see our Des Plaines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Early Learning Center Des Plaines | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| KIDDIE GARDEN Niles | 0.6 mi | — |
| Glen Grove Elem School Glenview | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Mark Twain Elem School Niles | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Glenview | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Westbrook Elementary School Glenview | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| GUARDIAN ANGEL ORTHODOX DAY SCHOOL Des Plaines | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Glenbrook South High School Glenview | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Henking Elem School Glenview | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Maine East High School Park Ridge | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Gemini Middle School Niles | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Henry Winkelman Elem School Glenview | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| NORTHRIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Niles | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CHILDRENS LEARNING WORLD Niles | 1.6 mi | — |
| North Elementary School Des Plaines | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Franklin Elementary School Park Ridge | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Washington Elem School Glenview | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Springman Middle School Glenview | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| SCIENCE & ARTS ACADEMY Des Plaines | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| GLENVIEW NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Glenview | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,044
Median Home Value
$300,700
Median Rent
$1,406/mo
Population
60,520
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
42.1
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| Fisher Grade School Fisher, IL | 5.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Apollo Elem School
What grades does Apollo Elem School serve?
Apollo Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Apollo Elem School?
Apollo Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Apollo Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Apollo Elem School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Apollo Elem School rank in IL?
Apollo Elem School ranks #2,339 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Apollo Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Apollo Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Apollo Elem School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Apollo Elem School a charter school?
No, Apollo Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Apollo Elem School a Title I school?
No, Apollo Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Apollo Elem School?
71.7% of students at Apollo Elem 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 530
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.1%
- Phone
- (847) 827-6231
Resources & Links
District
East Maine SD 63- District Enrollment
- 3,648
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,003
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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