Serving 785 students in grades Kindergarten-10, Horizon Science Acad-belmont ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Science Acad-belmont ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Horizon Science Acad-belmont's student population of 785 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 128% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
Total Students
785 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horizon Science Acad-belmont ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Science Acad-belmont is 0.47, 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
#1977 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Hispanic
64%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
1%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Science Acad-belmont's ranking?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont is ranked #1977 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Horizon Science Acad-belmont often compared to?
Horizon Science Acad-belmontis often viewed alongside schools like Caroline Sibley Elementary School, Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Horizon Science Acad-belmont?
785 students attend Horizon Science Acad-belmont.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Horizon Science Acad-belmont students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Science Acad-belmont?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Acad-belmont offer ?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-10
What school district is Horizon Science Acad-belmont part of?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont is part of Horizon Science Acad-Belmont School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Science Acad-belmont located?
Horizon Science Acad-belmont is located in the Belmont Central neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Belmont Central.
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