Serving 503 students in grades 9-12, Horizon Science Columbus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Science Columbus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Horizon Science Columbus's student population of 503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon Science Columbus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Science Columbus is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1746 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
86%
17%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Science Columbus's ranking?
Horizon Science Columbus is ranked #1746 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horizon Science Columbus?
The graduation rate of Horizon Science Columbus is 85-89%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Horizon Science Columbus?
503 students attend Horizon Science Columbus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Horizon Science Columbus students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Science Columbus?
Horizon Science Columbus has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Columbus offer ?
Horizon Science Columbus offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Horizon Science Columbus part of?
Horizon Science Columbus is part of Horizon Science Academy Columbus School District.
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