Serving 482 students in grades 6-8, Horizon Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Middle School's student population of 482 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#660 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
85%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Middle School's ranking?
Horizon Middle School is ranked #660 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Horizon Middle School often compared to?
Horizon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salk Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Horizon Middle School?
482 students attend Horizon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Horizon Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Middle School?
Horizon Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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 Central Valley School District.
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