Serving 462 students in grades 6-8, Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School's student population of 462 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2625 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
89%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School's ranking?
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School is ranked #2625 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School?
462 students attend Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School?
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School offer ?
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School part of?
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School is part of Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School located?
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.
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