Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Horizons Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizons Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Horizons Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
452 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Horizons Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizons Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#537 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
53%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
5%
9%
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Hispanic
18%
25%
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Black
7%
5%
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White
48%
50%
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Hawaiian
3%
1%
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Two or more races
19%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the diversity score of Horizons Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Horizons Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/87000/86983/horizons-elementary-school-chart-s5btxk.png)
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizons Elementary School's ranking?
Horizons Elementary School is ranked #537 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Horizons Elementary School?
452 students attend Horizons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Horizons Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizons Elementary School?
Horizons Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Horizons Elementary School offer ?
Horizons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Horizons Elementary School part of?
Horizons Elementary School is part of North Thurston Public Schools School District.
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