Serving 349 students in grades 6-12, New Horizons High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Horizons High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Horizons High School's student population of 349 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of New Horizons High School is 0.38, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
77%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
16%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)15-19%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Horizons High School?
The graduation rate of New Horizons High School is 15-19%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend New Horizons High School?
349 students attend New Horizons High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of New Horizons High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Horizons High School?
New Horizons High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does New Horizons High School offer ?
New Horizons High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is New Horizons High School part of?
New Horizons High School is part of Pasco School District.
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