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Apollo Senior High

High School · ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

1000 44TH AVE N, Saint Cloud, MN 56303

Enrollment

1,230

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,237 of 1,992

In Saint Cloud

#3 of 15

public schools

In district

#5 of 16

ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Apollo Senior High

5.8/10

High School in Saint Cloud · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Apollo Senior High

Apollo Senior High is a public high school in Saint Cloud, MN, part of ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Apollo Senior High serves approximately 1,230 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

Apollo Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,237 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Apollo Senior High show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Apollo Senior High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
College Readiness6.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate79%
AP Participation16.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,825
Chronic Absenteeism38%

Apollo Senior High — Students at Apollo Senior High score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
34%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
31%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
43%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Apollo Senior High Compares

See how Apollo Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in MN
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
7
4 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
76 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
16.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics7sports offered
4 boys'·3 girls'·25 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1000 44TH AVE N, Saint Cloud, MN 56303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Apollo Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Saint Cloud Math and Science Academ (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST CLOUD CAMPUS (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Cloud, see our Saint Cloud schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Katherine Johnson Education Center Saint Cloud 0.7 mi 5.4
PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Cloud 1.1 mi 4.7
Roosevelt Education Center Saint Cloud 1.0 mi
MADISON ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud 0.9 mi 4.8
NORTH JUNIOR HIGH Saint Cloud 0.9 mi 4.1
St. Cloud Area Learning Center Waite Park 1.1 mi 6.0
WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud 1.0 mi 8.5
WHOLE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Saint Cloud 1.6 mi
SPECIAL EDUCATION FACILITIES Waite Park 1.8 mi 3.4
DISCOVERY COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY Waite Park 2.2 mi 4.6
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST CLOUD CAMPUS Saint Cloud 1.7 mi 7.9
EC Sp Ed at Quarryview Ed Center Waite Park 2.3 mi 5.9
Saint Cloud Math and Science Academ Saint Cloud 1.9 mi 8.8
St. Cloud Math & Science Middle Saint Cloud 1.9 mi 4.9
Success Academy Saint Cloud Saint Cloud 1.9 mi 4.9
ST. CLOUD HOSPITAL PROGRAMS NON-RES Saint Cloud 2.0 mi
St Cloud Hospital Progs-Residential Saint Cloud 2.0 mi
PETRA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sauk Rapids 2.6 mi
OAK HILL COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud 2.8 mi 5.2
HOLY INNOCENTS SCHOOL Waite Park 2.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,789

Median Home Value

$197,900

Median Rent

$1,001/mo

Population

26,031

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

61.9%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

36.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Apollo Senior High

What grades does Apollo Senior High serve?

Apollo Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Apollo Senior High?

Apollo Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,230 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Apollo Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Apollo Senior High is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Apollo Senior High rank in MN?

Apollo Senior High ranks #1,237 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Apollo Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Apollo Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Apollo Senior High has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Apollo Senior High a charter school?

No, Apollo Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Apollo Senior High a Title I school?

No, Apollo Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Apollo Senior High?

64.9% of students at Apollo Senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,230
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
76
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Stearns County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.0%
4-Year Graduation
79.0%

District

ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
9,543
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,825
District Rank
#5 of 16

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