Serving 555 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Horizon Science Acad-belmont ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizon Science Acad-belmont's student population of 555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon Science Acad-belmont ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Science Acad-belmont is 0.55, 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
#2242 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)8%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
50%
27%
Black
45%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Science Acad-belmont's ranking?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont is ranked #2242 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Horizon Science Acad-belmont often compared to?
Horizon Science Acad-belmontis often viewed alongside schools like Caroline Sibley Elementary School, Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Horizon Science Acad-belmont?
555 students attend Horizon Science Acad-belmont.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Horizon Science Acad-belmont students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Science Acad-belmont?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Acad-belmont offer ?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Horizon Science Acad-belmont part of?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont is part of Horizon Science Acad-Belmont School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Science Acad-belmont located?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont is located in the Belmont Central neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Belmont Central.
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