Serving 323 students in grades 7-12, Horizonte Instruction & Training Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 27% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center's student population of 323 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center ranks within the top 30% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizonte Instruction & Training Center is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#241 out of 975 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
61%
20%
Black
6%
1%
White
17%
71%
Hawaiian
12%
2%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
27%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizonte Instruction & Training Center's ranking?
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center is ranked #241 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Horizonte Instruction & Training Center often compared to?
Horizonte Instruction & Training Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Granite Connection High School, Youth Educational Support School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horizonte Instruction & Training Center?
The graduation rate of Horizonte Instruction & Training Center is 27%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Horizonte Instruction & Training Center?
323 students attend Horizonte Instruction & Training Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Horizonte Instruction & Training Center students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizonte Instruction & Training Center?
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Horizonte Instruction & Training Center offer ?
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Horizonte Instruction & Training Center part of?
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizonte Instruction & Training Center located?
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center is located in the Ballpark neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 1 other public schools located in Ballpark.
School Reviews
5 10/19/2021
From the principal to the cafeteria staff, they are the friendliest people. So helpful and friendly. Teachers are doing a great job with the students.
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