Serving 785 students in grades Kindergarten-10, Horizon Science Acad-belmont 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Science Acad-belmont's student population of 785 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 128% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
Total Students
785 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horizon Science Acad-belmont 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 Science Acad-belmont is 0.47, 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
#1977 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
64%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Science Acad-belmont's ranking?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont is ranked #1977 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Horizon Science Acad-belmont often compared to?
Horizon Science Acad-belmontis often viewed alongside schools like Christopher House Chrt Elementary School, Learn Charter Excel Campus, Caroline Sibley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Horizon Science Acad-belmont?
785 students attend Horizon Science Acad-belmont.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Horizon Science Acad-belmont students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Science Acad-belmont?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Acad-belmont offer ?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-10
What school district is Horizon Science Acad-belmont part of?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont is part of Horizon Science Acad-Belmont School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Science Acad-belmont located?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont is located in the Belmont Central neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Belmont Central.
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