Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Horizon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Horizon Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering all students to make meaningful contributions to the world.
School Mascot
Comet
School Rankings
Horizon Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#439 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
8%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
6%
22%
White
47%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Comet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Elementary School's ranking?
Horizon Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Horizon Elementary School often compared to?
Horizon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Algonkian Elementary School, Sugarland Elementary School, Potowmack Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Horizon Elementary School?
480 students attend Horizon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Horizon Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Elementary School?
Horizon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Horizon Elementary School offer ?
Horizon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horizon Elementary School part of?
Horizon Elementary School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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