Serving 815 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Horizon Science Academy Lorain 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 26% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Science Academy Lorain ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Horizon Science Academy Lorain's student population of 815 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Horizon Science Academy Lorain ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Science Academy Lorain is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2570 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
46%
8%
Black
20%
17%
White
22%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Science Academy Lorain's ranking?
Horizon Science Academy Lorain is ranked #2570 out of 3,241 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horizon Science Academy Lorain?
The graduation rate of Horizon Science Academy Lorain is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Horizon Science Academy Lorain?
815 students attend Horizon Science Academy Lorain.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Horizon Science Academy Lorain students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Science Academy Lorain?
Horizon Science Academy Lorain has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Academy Lorain offer ?
Horizon Science Academy Lorain offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizon Science Academy Lorain part of?
Horizon Science Academy Lorain is part of Horizon Science Academy Lorain School District.
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