The Horizon Science Academy of Cincinnati is a public K-8 charter school that provides its students with an education emphasizing math, science, and technology HSAC is managed by Concept Schools a not-for-profit charter management organization that manages charter schools in the Midwest.
Serving 218 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati's student population of 218 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati 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-cincinnati is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2829 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
85%
17%
White
n/a
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati's ranking?
Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati is ranked #2829 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati?
218 students attend Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati?
Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati offer ?
Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati part of?
Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati is part of Horizon Science Academy-Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati located?
Horizon Science Academy-cincinnati is located in the Bond Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Bond Hill.
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