Serving 712 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr's student population of 712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
712 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr is 0.37, 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
#3074 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
77%
29%
Black
21%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr's ranking?
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr is ranked #3074 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr?
The graduation rate of Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr?
712 students attend Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr?
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr offer ?
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr part of?
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr located?
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr is located in the Gage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Gage Park.
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