Serving 1,469 students in grades 9-12, Horizon High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Horizon High School serves the south part of its school district in El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 83.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon High School's student population of 1,469 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,469 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Year Founded
2002
School Rankings
Horizon High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7324 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
95%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Graduation Rate
86%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon High School's ranking?
Horizon High School is ranked #7324 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Horizon High School often compared to?
Horizon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montwood High School, Americas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horizon High School?
The graduation rate of Horizon High School is 86%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Horizon High School?
1,469 students attend Horizon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Horizon High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon High School?
Horizon High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Horizon High School offer ?
Horizon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Horizon High School part of?
Horizon High School is part of Clint Independent School District.
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