Serving 374 students in grades 6-12, New Horizons High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Horizons High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Horizons High School's student population of 374 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Horizons High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Horizons High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1572 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
80%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
13%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Horizons High School's ranking?
New Horizons High School is ranked #1572 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Horizons High School?
The graduation rate of New Horizons High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend New Horizons High School?
374 students attend New Horizons High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of New Horizons High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Horizons High School?
New Horizons High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does New Horizons High School offer ?
New Horizons High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is New Horizons High School part of?
New Horizons High School is part of Pasco School District.
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