Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Horizon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Horizon Elementary School's student population of 560 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#33 out of 1285 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
17%
32%
White
59%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Elementary School's ranking?
Horizon Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Horizon Elementary School?
560 students attend Horizon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Horizon Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Elementary School?
Horizon Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Horizon Elementary School offer ?
Horizon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Horizon Elementary School part of?
Horizon Elementary School is part of Madison City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School for 1st-5th Students and Kindergarten Boys
August 01, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of School for Kindergarten Girls
August 02, 2024 (Friday)
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