Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Apollo Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apollo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Apollo Elementary School's student population of 516 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Apollo Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apollo Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#147 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
36%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
36%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apollo Elementary School's ranking?
Apollo Elementary School is ranked #147 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Apollo Elementary School?
516 students attend Apollo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Apollo Elementary School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Apollo Elementary School?
Apollo Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Apollo Elementary School offer ?
Apollo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Apollo Elementary School part of?
Apollo Elementary School is part of Issaquah School District.
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