Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Horizon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Horizon Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#31 out of 1280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
7%
6%
White
81%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Elementary School's ranking?
Horizon Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Horizon Elementary School often compared to?
Horizon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mize Elementary School, Clear Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Horizon Elementary School?
354 students attend Horizon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Horizon Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
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 Kansas state average of 13:1.
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 De Soto School District.
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