Serving 849 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Horizon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Elementary School's student population of 849 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
849 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Motto
GREENFIELD UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT is a student-centered district dedicated to preparing each student for a life which is productive academically, physically, socially, emotionally and economically.
School Rankings
Horizon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6425 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Elementary School's ranking?
Horizon Elementary School is ranked #6425 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Horizon Elementary School?
849 students attend Horizon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Horizon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Elementary School?
Horizon Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Horizon Elementary School offer ?
Horizon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Horizon Elementary School part of?
Horizon Elementary School is part of Greenfield Union School District.
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