Serving 2,030 students in grades 9-12, Horizon High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,030 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Horizon High School's student population of 2,030 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,030 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1294 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
46%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon High School's ranking?
Horizon High School is ranked #1294 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Horizon High School often compared to?
Horizon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windermere High School, West Orange High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Horizon High School?
2,030 students attend Horizon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Horizon High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon High School?
Horizon High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon High School offer ?
Horizon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Horizon High School part of?
Horizon High School is part of Orange School District.
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