Apollo High School

1,440 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Apollo High School, located in Owensboro, Kentucky, is a prominent secondary institution serving students within the Daviess County Public Schools district. Known for its comprehensive academic approach and a strong sense of community spirit, the school emphasizes preparing students for both post-secondary education and the workforce. The campus on Tamarack Road serves as a hub for a wide range of extracurricular activities, including robust athletic programs, performing arts, and various student-led clubs, all of which contribute to a well-rounded educational experience.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Apollo High School is deeply integrated into the Owensboro area, fostering a culture that encourages student engagement and school pride. The faculty and staff strive to provide a supportive environment that prioritizes student success through personalized learning and collaborative initiatives. As one of the major high schools in the region, Apollo remains committed to maintaining high standards of excellence, aiming to cultivate responsible and productive citizens who are ready to excel after graduation.

1,440

Total Students

82.0

Full-Time Teachers

17.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

51.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Apollo High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,073
Hispanic	122
Black	78
Asian	94
Two or More	69
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	2

White
1,073 (74.5 %)
Hispanic
122 (8.5 %)
Asian
94 (6.5 %)
Black
78 (5.4 %)
Two or More
69 (4.8 %)
American Indian
2 (0.1 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Daviess County
Phone:	(270)852-7100
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,440
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	82.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	632
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	107

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 387

Grade 10 386

Grade 11 347

Grade 12 318

Ungraded 2