Serving 182 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Horizon Science Academy-dayton ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Science Academy-dayton ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Horizon Science Academy-dayton's student population of 182 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Horizon Science Academy-dayton ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Science Academy-dayton is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2928 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
93%
17%
White
3%
65%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Science Academy-dayton's ranking?
Horizon Science Academy-dayton is ranked #2928 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Horizon Science Academy-dayton often compared to?
Horizon Science Academy-daytonis often viewed alongside schools like Edwin Joel Brown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Horizon Science Academy-dayton?
182 students attend Horizon Science Academy-dayton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Horizon Science Academy-dayton students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Science Academy-dayton?
Horizon Science Academy-dayton has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Academy-dayton offer ?
Horizon Science Academy-dayton offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizon Science Academy-dayton part of?
Horizon Science Academy-dayton is part of Horizon Science Academy-Dayton School District.
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