Serving 141 students in grades Kindergarten-8, New Horizons Charter Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Horizons Charter Academy's student population of 141 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students to achieve greatness
School Rankings
New Horizons Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Horizons Charter Academy is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5677 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)85.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Horizon Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Horizons Charter Academy's ranking?
New Horizons Charter Academy is ranked #5677 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend New Horizons Charter Academy?
141 students attend New Horizons Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of New Horizons Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Horizons Charter Academy?
New Horizons Charter Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does New Horizons Charter Academy offer ?
New Horizons Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is New Horizons Charter Academy part of?
New Horizons Charter Academy is part of New Horizons Charter Academy School District.
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