Serving 344 students in grades 6-12, New Horizons High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington 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 Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Horizons High School's student population of 344 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
New Horizons High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Horizons High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1565 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
81%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
13%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
30-34%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Horizons High School's ranking?
New Horizons High School is ranked #1565 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Horizons High School?
The graduation rate of New Horizons High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend New Horizons High School?
344 students attend New Horizons High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of New Horizons High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Horizons High School?
New Horizons High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Horizons High School offer ?
New Horizons High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Horizons High School part of?
New Horizons High School is part of Pasco School District.
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