APOLLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Apollo Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the East Maine SD 63 school district, located in Des Plaines, IL with about 592 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, Apollo Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Apollo Elementary School, located at 10100 Dee Road in Des Plaines, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within Community Consolidated School District 62. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare young learners for the challenges of middle school and beyond, while encouraging them to become active, responsible members of their community.

The school is known for its commitment to student-centered instruction, often utilizing collaborative teaching strategies and modern resources to meet the diverse needs of its student body. Apollo Elementary places a strong value on the partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding neighborhood, creating a collaborative atmosphere that promotes school spirit and academic excellence. Through its various programs and dedicated faculty, the school strives to provide a well-rounded experience that helps each student reach their full potential in a safe and welcoming setting.

For more information, contact Apollo Elem School at (847) 827-6231 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

10100 Dee Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016-1512
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APOLLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Des Plaines, IL with about 592 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
East Maine SD 63
Total Students:
592
Teachers:
41.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 592 students

Hispanic/Latino
29.9%
Asian
29.1%
White
21.6%
Two or more races
14.9%
Black or African American
4.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.