Ozark Horizon School

1715 Wayhaven Dr
West Plains, MO 65775
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8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 17 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Ozark Horizon School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 17 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 30% in MO
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Ozark Horizon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Ozark Horizon School's student population of 17 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers

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School Rankings

Ozark Horizon School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ozark Horizon School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#552 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

<50%
40%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

<50%
43%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data

Black
6%
15%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data

White
94%
67%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
6%
0.11

Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data

(22-23)
76.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
43%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ozark Horizon School's ranking?
Ozark Horizon School is ranked #552 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ozark Horizon School?
17 students attend Ozark Horizon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Ozark Horizon School students are White, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ozark Horizon School?
Ozark Horizon School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ozark Horizon School offer ?
Ozark Horizon School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ozark Horizon School part of?
Ozark Horizon School is part of Mo Schls For The Sev Disabled School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 17 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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