Serving 308 students in grades 9-12, Apollo-ridge High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apollo-ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Apollo-ridge High School's student population of 308 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 59% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Apollo-ridge High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apollo-ridge High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#279 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apollo-ridge High School's ranking?
Apollo-ridge High School is ranked #279 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Apollo-ridge High School often compared to?
Apollo-ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Purchase Line Jr. Sr. High School, Northern Cambria High School, Leechburg Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Apollo-ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Apollo-ridge High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Apollo-ridge High School?
308 students attend Apollo-ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Apollo-ridge High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Apollo-ridge High School?
Apollo-ridge High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Apollo-ridge High School offer ?
Apollo-ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apollo-ridge High School part of?
Apollo-ridge High School is part of Apollo-Ridge School District.
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