Serving 1,295 students in grades 6-8, Horizon Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Middle School's student population of 1,295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Middle School is 0.56, 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
#2686 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
63%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
16%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Middle School's ranking?
Horizon Middle School is ranked #2686 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Horizon Middle School often compared to?
Horizon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellalago Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Horizon Middle School?
1,295 students attend Horizon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Horizon Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Middle School?
Horizon Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Middle School offer ?
Horizon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Horizon Middle School part of?
Horizon Middle School is part of Osceola School District.
School Calendar
View the Horizon Middle School yearly calendar below.
School Reviews
1 3/27/2020
It is Terrible. It is dirty, bad, no one cleans the gym showers and the teachers and staff some of them are racist, sexist, and extremely rude with their approach. HORRIBLE! THIS ALL NEEDS TO STOP!
4 3/21/2020
Horizon Middle School is a great school for student success! The AVID program at Horizon is the best in central Florida. My son was well prepared for high school. It is the best middle school for developing great leadership skills in young people.
5 4/9/2015
The extra programs are nice like a little something for every one. And the academics are good because the teachers are well liked and for the most part trusted. I currently attend Horizon Middle School and I would not have it any other way
5 12/22/2008
Horizon is a fantastic school. It has to be the best school I have attended. The teachers are great, and really involve you in many things and the extracurricular programs are amazing. The teachers are extremely experienced, let alone 100% dedicated to helping their students learn. The teachers are fantastic, they will respond to parents' calls, e-mails, letters anything and are always ready to go out of their way to help students and their parents.
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