Serving 1,346 students in grades 6-8, Horizon West Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Horizon West Middle School's student population of 1,346 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizon West Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon West Middle School is 0.59, 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
#821 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
55%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon West Middle School's ranking?
Horizon West Middle School is ranked #821 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Horizon West Middle School often compared to?
Horizon West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgewater Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Horizon West Middle School?
1,346 students attend Horizon West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Horizon West Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon West Middle School?
Horizon West Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon West Middle School offer ?
Horizon West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Horizon West Middle School part of?
Horizon West Middle School is part of Orange School District.
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