Serving 431 students in grades 6-8, Horizon Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Horizon Middle School's student population of 431 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1308 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)42%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)56%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
27%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
56%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Middle School's ranking?
Horizon Middle School is ranked #1308 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Horizon Middle School often compared to?
Horizon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Middle School, Lynden Middle School, Fairhaven Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Horizon Middle School?
431 students attend Horizon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Horizon Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Middle School?
Horizon Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Horizon Middle School offer ?
Horizon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Horizon Middle School part of?
Horizon Middle School is part of Ferndale School District.
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