Serving 647 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Horizon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Horizon Elementary School's student population of 647 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horizon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#552 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
14%
7%
White
64%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Elementary School's ranking?
Horizon Elementary School is ranked #552 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Horizon Elementary School often compared to?
Horizon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry A Wallace Elementary School, Beaver Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Horizon Elementary School?
647 students attend Horizon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Horizon Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Elementary School?
Horizon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Horizon Elementary School offer ?
Horizon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizon Elementary School part of?
Horizon Elementary School is part of Johnston Comm School District.
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