Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Horizons K-8 School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizons K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Horizons K-8 School's student population of 358 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Motto
'The Horizons Graduate is a self-directed learner and community contributor.'
School Rankings
Horizons K-8 School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizons K-8 School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#230 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
83%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizons K-8 School's ranking?
Horizons K-8 School is ranked #230 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Horizons K-8 School?
358 students attend Horizons K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Horizons K-8 School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizons K-8 School?
Horizons K-8 School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Horizons K-8 School offer ?
Horizons K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizons K-8 School part of?
Horizons K-8 School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
In what neighborhood is Horizons K-8 School located?
Horizons K-8 School is located in the Frasier Meadows neighborhood of Boulder, CO.
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