Serving 269 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Horizons School Independent Study ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizons School Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Horizons School Independent Study's student population of 269 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizons School Independent Study ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizons School Independent Study is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3182 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
40%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizons School Independent Study's ranking?
Horizons School Independent Study is ranked #3182 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Horizons School Independent Study often compared to?
Horizons School Independent Studyis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Oaks Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horizons School Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Horizons School Independent Study is 75-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Horizons School Independent Study?
269 students attend Horizons School Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Horizons School Independent Study students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizons School Independent Study?
Horizons School Independent Study has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Horizons School Independent Study offer ?
Horizons School Independent Study offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Horizons School Independent Study part of?
Horizons School Independent Study is part of MT. Diablo Unified School District.
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