New Horizons serves 15 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 21-39% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)21-39%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
40%
37%
Black
33%
21%
White
27%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Horizons?
The graduation rate of New Horizons is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 82%.
How many students attend New Horizons?
15 students attend New Horizons.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of New Horizons students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, and 27% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Horizons?
New Horizons has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Horizons offer ?
New Horizons offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is New Horizons part of?
New Horizons is part of Polk School District.
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