Serving 30 students in grades 9-12, New Horizon High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Horizon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
New Horizon High School's student population of 30 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
30 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Horizon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Horizon High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3311 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
n/a
Hispanic
40%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)86.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Horizon High School's ranking?
New Horizon High School is ranked #3311 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Horizon High School?
The graduation rate of New Horizon High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend New Horizon High School?
30 students attend New Horizon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of New Horizon High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Horizon High School?
New Horizon High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Horizon High School offer ?
New Horizon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Horizon High School part of?
New Horizon High School is part of Joshua Independent School District.
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