Horizon Charter serves 158 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment was 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
13%
22%
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
77%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Horizon Charter?
158 students attend Horizon Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Horizon Charter students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Horizon Charter offer ?
Horizon Charter offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Horizon Charter part of?
Horizon Charter is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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