Serving 227 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School's student population of 227 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2561 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
93%
17%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School's ranking?
Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School is ranked #2561 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School often compared to?
Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland Arts And Social Sciences Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School?
227 students attend Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School?
Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School offer ?
Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School part of?
Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School is part of Horizon Science Academy-Cleveland Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School located?
Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School is located in the St Clair Superior neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in St Clair Superior.
School Reviews
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Horizon Science Academy Cleveland Middle School connects students and their families to the community at large for many different services. Engaging the community in many different aspects allows students to feel supported. The school has expanded its clubs and extracurricular activities which are enjoyed by students K-8 students. The growing STEM classes are unmatched in the area. The school recognizes the uniqueness of the whole child.
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