Horizon Science Academy-springfield serves 376 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Horizon Science Academy-springfield placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Science Academy-springfield's student population of 376 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon Science Academy-springfield is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Horizon Science Academy-springfield is 0.56, 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
#2631 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
62%
17%
White
14%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Science Academy-springfield's ranking?
Horizon Science Academy-springfield is ranked #2631 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Horizon Science Academy-springfield?
376 students attend Horizon Science Academy-springfield.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Horizon Science Academy-springfield students are Black, 21% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Science Academy-springfield?
Horizon Science Academy-springfield has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Academy-springfield offer ?
Horizon Science Academy-springfield offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Horizon Science Academy-springfield part of?
Horizon Science Academy-springfield is part of Horizon Science Academy-Springfield School District.
School Reviews
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This school has shown tremendous improvement in recent years. They are on the path of excellence. Satisfaction surveys show really high scores. There will be a big facility improvement this summer.
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