Serving 439 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Horizon Science Academy Youngstown 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 47% (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 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown's student population of 439 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Rankings
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown 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 Youngstown is 0.53, 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
#2270 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Black
65%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
White
8%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
6%
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 Youngstown's ranking?
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown is ranked #2270 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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Horizon Science Academy Youngstown?
439 students attend Horizon Science Academy Youngstown.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Horizon Science Academy Youngstown students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Science Academy Youngstown?
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Academy Youngstown offer ?
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizon Science Academy Youngstown part of?
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown is part of Horizon Science Academy Youngstown School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Science Academy Youngstown located?
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown is located in the Cottage Grove neighborhood of Youngstown, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Cottage Grove.
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