Serving 510 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 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- 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
School Overview
Horizon Elementary School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering all students to make meaningful contributions to the world.
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 0.72, which is equal to 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
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
8%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
6%
21%
White
43%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
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
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 Sugarland Elementary School, Potowmack Elementary School, Algonkian 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?
510 students attend Horizon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Horizon Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 8% 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 12:1, 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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