Serving 873 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk's student population of 873 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
873 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
2013
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk ranks within the top 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-mckinley Pk is 0.30, 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
#1375 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
83%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk's ranking?
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk is ranked #1375 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk often compared to?
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pkis often viewed alongside schools like Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk?
The graduation rate of Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk?
873 students attend Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk?
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk offer ?
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk part of?
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk is part of Horizon Science Acad-Mckinley Pk School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk located?
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk is located in the Back of the Yards neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Back of the Yards.
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