Serving 774 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Horizon Science Academy Elementary 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 38% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School's student population of 774 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
774 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horizon Science Academy Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#2343 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
86%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School is ranked #2343 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Horizon Science Academy Elementary School?
774 students attend Horizon Science Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Horizon Science Academy Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Science Academy Elementary School?
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Academy Elementary School offer ?
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizon Science Academy Elementary School part of?
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School is part of Horizon Science Academy Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Science Academy Elementary School located?
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Hyde Park.
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