Serving 831 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Horizon Science 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 23% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Science Lorain ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Horizon Science Lorain's student population of 831 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
831 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon Science Lorain ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Science Lorain is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2431 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
43%
7%
Black
21%
17%
White
23%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Lorain's ranking?
Horizon Science Lorain is ranked #2431 out of 3,137 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horizon Science Lorain?
The graduation rate of Horizon Science Lorain is 80%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Horizon Science Lorain?
831 students attend Horizon Science Lorain.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Horizon Science Lorain students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Science Lorain?
Horizon Science Lorain has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Lorain offer ?
Horizon Science Lorain offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Horizon Science Lorain part of?
Horizon Science Lorain is part of Horizon Science Academy Lorain School District.
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