Serving 468 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Horizons Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizons Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Horizons Elementary School's student population of 468 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizons Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizons Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#537 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
46%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
19%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizons Elementary School's ranking?
Horizons Elementary School is ranked #537 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Horizons Elementary School often compared to?
Horizons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chambers Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Horizons Elementary School?
468 students attend Horizons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Horizons Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizons Elementary School?
Horizons Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Horizons Elementary School offer ?
Horizons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Horizons Elementary School part of?
Horizons Elementary School is part of North Thurston School District.
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