5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Horizon City, Texas

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $73,704
Median home value: $188,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 24%
Avg commute: 27 min
Owner-occupied homes: 88%

How Horizon City compares

Median household income

$74k

99% of Texas median

About Schools in Horizon City, Texas

Horizon City, Texas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Horizon City show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Horizon City is Idea Horizon Vista College Preparatory with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Horizon City is served by 1 school district: IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 76,819 students.

Horizon City's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,704. The poverty rate in the area is 17.3%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	IDEA HORIZON VISTA ACADEMY 775 students · Kindergarten–5th	775	Kindergarten–5th	4.8

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	IDEA HORIZON VISTA COLLEGE PREPARATORY 345 students · 6th–9th	345	6th–9th	6.7

Schools in Horizon City

Horizon City, Texas · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$73,704

Median Home Value

$188,600

Median Rent

$1,145/mo

Population

82,792

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

88%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

17.3%

Community Profile

Horizon City has a median household income of $73,704. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $188,600, with a median rent of $1,145/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.3%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Horizon City schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Horizon City 📊 Niche Horizon City Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

123 schools · 76,819 students

Nearby Cities

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San Elizario (6 schools)

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Tornillo (3 schools)

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Anthony (3 schools)

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Fort Hancock (2 schools)

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Other Major Cities in Texas

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Horizon City, Texas

How many schools are in Horizon City, Texas?

Horizon City has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Horizon City, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Horizon City is 5.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Horizon City, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Horizon City on MySchoolScout is Idea Horizon Vista College Preparatory with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Horizon City, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Horizon City on MySchoolScout is Idea Horizon Vista Academy with a composite score of 4.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Horizon City, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Horizon City on MySchoolScout is Idea Horizon Vista College Preparatory with a composite score of 6.7/10.

How many school districts serve Horizon City, Texas?

Horizon City is served by 1 school district: Idea Public Schools.

What is the education level in Horizon City, Texas?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Horizon City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Horizon City, Texas?

The median household income in Horizon City is approximately $73,704 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Horizon City, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Horizon City is 21.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Horizon City, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.