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Apollo Middle

Middle School · Davidson County

631 Richards RD, Antioch, TN 37013

Enrollment

704

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

3.9

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,652 of 1,786

In Antioch

#18 of 21

public schools

In district

#131 of 154

Davidson County

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Apollo Middle

3.9/10

Middle School in Antioch · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

J. E. Moss Elementary

6.0/10

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About Apollo Middle

Apollo Middle is a public middle school in Antioch, TN, part of Davidson County. Apollo Middle serves approximately 704 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Apollo Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,652 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Apollo Middle show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Apollo Middle 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.3Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-24.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-31.3 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-22.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment5.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism32.7%

Apollo Middle — Students at Apollo Middle score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 19.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
11%
ELA
23%
2010
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
35%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
31%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
4%
ELA
7.1%
2025
Math
14.5%
ELA
9.5%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Apollo Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in TN
Academic
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.7%

Location

631 Richards RD, Antioch, TN 37013

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Apollo Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Antioch Middle (rated 4.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thurgood Marshall Middle (rated 4.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Antioch, see our Antioch schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
J. E. Moss Elementary Antioch 0.3 mi 6.0
Antioch Middle Antioch 0.9 mi 4.9
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Antioch 1.2 mi 7.3
The Academy at Hickory Hollow Antioch 1.2 mi 7.4
KA @ The Crossings Antioch 1.5 mi
Cambridge Early Learning Center Antioch 1.3 mi 3.7
Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School Antioch 1.6 mi 4.5
Eagle View Elementary School Antioch 1.8 mi 7.4
Rocketship Dream Community Prep Antioch 1.9 mi 5.8
Una Elementary Nashville 2.1 mi 5.9
Cole Elementary Antioch 2.0 mi 5.5
Lakeview Elementary Nashville 2.1 mi 6.5
Henry C. Maxwell Elementary Antioch 2.5 mi 5.1
Nashville Collegiate Prep Nashville 2.6 mi 6.2
Thurgood Marshall Middle Antioch 3.1 mi 4.5
Haywood Elementary Nashville 2.5 mi 7.2
A. Z. Kelley Elementary Antioch 3.1 mi 4.3
LEAD Southeast Nashville 2.9 mi 6.7
Paragon Mills Elementary Nashville 2.8 mi 5.2
Cane Ridge Elementary Antioch 3.2 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,233

Median Home Value

$294,000

Median Rent

$1,450/mo

Population

102,055

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

32.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Apollo Middle

What grades does Apollo Middle serve?

Apollo Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Apollo Middle?

Apollo Middle has an enrollment of approximately 704 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Apollo Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Apollo Middle is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Apollo Middle rank in TN?

Apollo Middle ranks #1,652 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Apollo Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Apollo Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Apollo Middle has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Apollo Middle a charter school?

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

Is Apollo Middle a Title I school?

No, Apollo Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
8 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.7%

District

Davidson County
District Enrollment
80,468
Schools in District
162
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,808
District Rank
#131 of 154

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