Serving 618 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Horizon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Horizon Elementary School serves the northeast part of Port Orange, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Elementary School's student population of 618 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
618 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1989
School Rankings
Horizon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1223 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Peach and Teal
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Elementary School's ranking?
Horizon Elementary School is ranked #1223 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Horizon Elementary School often compared to?
Horizon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Orange Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Horizon Elementary School?
618 students attend Horizon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Horizon Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
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 Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Elementary School offer ?
Horizon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizon Elementary School part of?
Horizon Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Elementary School located?
Horizon Elementary School is located in the Port Orange Gateway Center neighborhood of Port Orange, FL.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School for Students
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School for Teachers
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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