Horizon Science Academy Des Moines serves 150 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines's student population of 150 students has grown by 89% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
150 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Horizon Science Academy Des Moines is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
27%
7%
White
45%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Horizon Science Academy Des Moines?
150 students attend Horizon Science Academy Des Moines.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Horizon Science Academy Des Moines students are White, 27% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Science Academy Des Moines?
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Academy Des Moines offer ?
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Horizon Science Academy Des Moines part of?
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines is part of Charter Organization: Concept Schools.
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