Serving 259 students in grades 6-12, Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School's student population of 259 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School 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 High School is 0.19, 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
#2905 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
90%
17%
White
4%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School's ranking?
Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School is ranked #2905 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School often compared to?
Horizon Science Academy Dayton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont High School, Wayne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School?
The graduation rate of Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School?
259 students attend Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School?
Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School 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 High School offer ?
Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School part of?
Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School is part of Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School District.
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