Excellent
#174 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 9% in state
Horizon Honors Elementary School
Elementary School · Horizon Community Learning Center Inc. (92620)
16233 S 48TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85048
Enrollment
823
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
823
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#174 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#43 of 422
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Horizon Honors Elementary School
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About Horizon Honors Elementary School
Horizon Honors Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Horizon Community Learning Center Inc. (92620). Horizon Honors Elementary School serves approximately 823 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th. Horizon Honors Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #174 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Horizon Honors Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Horizon Honors Elementary School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Horizon Honors Elementary School — Students at Horizon Honors Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Horizon Honors Elementary School Compares
See how Horizon Honors Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
16233 S 48TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85048
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horizon Honors Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kyrene Monte Vista School (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Kyrene De Los Lagos School (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Kyrene de la Mirada School (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Chandler), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon Honors Secondary School Phoenix | 0.0 mi | 8.3 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO CATHOLIC Phoenix | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Kyrene del Milenio Phoenix | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Kyrene de la Esperanza School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Chandler | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Kyrene De Los Lagos School Phoenix | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Mountain Pointe High School Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Kyrene de las Manitas School Tempe | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS MONTESSORI Phoenix | 2.0 mi | — |
| Kyrene Centennial Middle School Phoenix | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Kyrene Digital Academy Tempe | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| DESERT GARDEN MONTESSORI Phoenix | 2.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Desert Vista High School Phoenix | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Kyrene de la Colina School Phoenix | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - CHANDLER Chandler | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Kyrene de las Lomas School Phoenix | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Kyrene de la Mirada School Chandler | 2.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Kyrene Akimel A-Al Middle School Phoenix | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Kyrene de la Paloma School Chandler | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Kyrene Monte Vista School Phoenix | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,198
Median Home Value
$538,500
Median Rent
$1,995/mo
Population
34,113
College Educated
61.6%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
42.5
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|---|---|
| Adams Traditional Academy Phoenix, AZ | 8.6 |
| American Leadership Academy Gilbert K-6 Gilbert, AZ | 8.6 |
| BASIS Peoria Primary Peoria, AZ | 8.6 |
| BASIS Phoenix Primary Phoenix, AZ | 8.6 |
| Coronado Elementary School Gilbert, AZ | 8.6 |
| Gateway Polytechnic Academy Mesa, AZ | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Horizon Honors Elementary School
What grades does Horizon Honors Elementary School serve?
Horizon Honors Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Horizon Honors Elementary School?
Horizon Honors Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 823 students.
How does Horizon Honors Elementary School rank in AZ?
Horizon Honors Elementary School ranks #174 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Horizon Honors Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Horizon Honors Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Horizon Honors Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Horizon Honors Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Horizon Honors Elementary School a charter school?
Yes, Horizon Honors Elementary School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Horizon Honors Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Horizon Honors Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 823
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (480) 659-3100
Resources & Links
District
Horizon Community Learning Center Inc. (92620)- District Enrollment
- 823
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,185
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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