Serving 1,543 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Horizons Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horizons Elementary School's student population of 1,543 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horizons Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizons Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2762 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
63%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
10%
34%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizons Elementary School's ranking?
Horizons Elementary School is ranked #2762 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Horizons Elementary School often compared to?
Horizons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davenport School Of The Arts, Davenport Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Horizons Elementary School?
1,543 students attend Horizons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Horizons Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizons Elementary School?
Horizons Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizons Elementary School offer ?
Horizons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizons Elementary School part of?
Horizons Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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