Serving 866 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk ranks in the top 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk's student population of 866 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
866 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk ranks within the top 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-mckinley Pk is 0.27, 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
#1598 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
85%
27%
Black
8%
17%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
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-mckinley Pk's ranking?
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk is ranked #1598 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk often compared to?
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pkis often viewed alongside schools like Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk?
The graduation rate of Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk?
866 students attend Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk?
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk offer ?
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk part of?
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk is part of Horizon Science Acad-Mckinley Pk School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk located?
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk is located in the Back of the Yards neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Back of the Yards.
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