Serving 259 students in grades 7-12, Horizonte Instruction & Training Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 21% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center's student population of 259 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizonte Instruction & Training Center is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#570 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
57%
21%
Black
5%
1%
White
23%
69%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizonte Instruction & Training Center's ranking?
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center is ranked #570 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Horizonte Instruction & Training Center often compared to?
Horizonte Instruction & Training Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Granite Connection High School, Youth Educational Support School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horizonte Instruction & Training Center?
The graduation rate of Horizonte Instruction & Training Center is 21%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Horizonte Instruction & Training Center?
259 students attend Horizonte Instruction & Training Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Horizonte Instruction & Training Center students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizonte Instruction & Training Center?
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Horizonte Instruction & Training Center offer ?
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Horizonte Instruction & Training Center part of?
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizonte Instruction & Training Center located?
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center is located in the Ballpark neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 1 other public schools located in Ballpark.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
From the principal to the cafeteria staff, they are the friendliest people. So helpful and friendly. Teachers are doing a great job with the students.
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