Serving 433 students in grades 6-8, Horizon Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington 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 Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Horizon Middle School serves the northern part of Ferndale, WA, covering an attendance area of approximately 66.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Middle School's student population of 433 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Rankings
Horizon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1471 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
American Indian
10%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
54%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Middle School's ranking?
Horizon Middle School is ranked #1471 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Horizon Middle School often compared to?
Horizon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Middle School, Lynden Middle 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 41% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Horizon Middle School?
433 students attend Horizon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Horizon Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Middle School?
Horizon Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Middle School offer ?
Horizon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizon Middle School part of?
Horizon Middle School is part of Ferndale School District.
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