Apollo High School is a high school located in Glendale, Arizona. It is part of the Glendale Union High School District. It enrolls approximately 2,200 students in grades 9-12. The Apollo High School motto has changed over recent years from "Pride, Class and Dignity" to the current "Choose Excellence".
Serving 2,228 students in grades 9-12, Apollo High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apollo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Apollo High School's student population of 2,228 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Apollo High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apollo High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#791 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
72%
48%
Black
8%
6%
White
12%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apollo High School's ranking?
Apollo High School is ranked #791 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Apollo High School?
The graduation rate of Apollo High School is 92%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Apollo High School?
2,228 students attend Apollo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Apollo High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apollo High School?
Apollo High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Apollo High School offer ?
Apollo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apollo High School part of?
Apollo High School is part of Glendale Union High School District (4285).
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