Serving 290 students in grades 9-12, Horizon Science Academy Cleveland 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 96% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Science Academy Cleveland ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Horizon Science Academy Cleveland's student population of 290 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon Science Academy Cleveland 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 is 0.22, 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
#2925 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
88%
17%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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's ranking?
Horizon Science Academy Cleveland is ranked #2925 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Horizon Science Academy Cleveland often compared to?
Horizon Science Academy Clevelandis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horizon Science Academy Cleveland?
The graduation rate of Horizon Science Academy Cleveland is 80-84%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Horizon Science Academy Cleveland?
290 students attend Horizon Science Academy Cleveland.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Horizon Science Academy Cleveland students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Science Academy Cleveland?
Horizon Science Academy Cleveland 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 offer ?
Horizon Science Academy Cleveland offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Horizon Science Academy Cleveland part of?
Horizon Science Academy Cleveland is part of Horizon Science Acad Cleveland School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Science Academy Cleveland located?
Horizon Science Academy Cleveland is located in the St Clair Superior neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in St Clair Superior.
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