Horizon Institute serves 375 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Institute's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Horizon Institute is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
36%
Black
63%
21%
White
16%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Horizon Institute?
375 students attend Horizon Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Horizon Institute students are Black, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Horizon Institute offer ?
Horizon Institute offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Horizon Institute part of?
Horizon Institute is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Institute located?
Horizon Institute is located in the Brentwood neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Brentwood.
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