Serving 2,158 students in grades 5-8, Horizon Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 2,158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Horizon Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Moorhead school district, encompassing an area of 203.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 10.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 20.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Middle School's student population of 2,158 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Moorhead Area Public Schools is to develop the maximum potential of every learner to thrive in a changing world.
School Rankings
Horizon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1163 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
13%
12%
White
65%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Middle School's ranking?
Horizon Middle School is ranked #1163 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Horizon Middle School often compared to?
Horizon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dilworth-glyndon-felton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Horizon Middle School?
2,158 students attend Horizon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Horizon Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Middle School?
Horizon Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horizon Middle School offer ?
Horizon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizon Middle School part of?
Horizon Middle School is part of Moorhead Area School District.
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