Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Horizon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Horizon Elementary School serves a central area in Holt, MI, covering approximately 3.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Elementary School's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Horizon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1158 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
12%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
57%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Elementary School's ranking?
Horizon Elementary School is ranked #1158 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Horizon Elementary School often compared to?
Horizon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilcox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Horizon Elementary School?
354 students attend Horizon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Horizon Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Elementary School?
Horizon Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Horizon Elementary School offer ?
Horizon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horizon Elementary School part of?
Horizon Elementary School is part of Holt School District.
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