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#246 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 12% in state

Horizon Honors Secondary School

High School · Horizon Community Learning Center Inc. (79264)

16233 S 48TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85048

Charter

Enrollment

679

Score

8.3

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#246 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#57 of 422

public schools

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

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Horizon Honors Secondary School

8.3/10

High School in Phoenix · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Horizon Honors Elementary School

8.6/10

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6.4/10

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About Horizon Honors Secondary School

Horizon Honors Secondary School is a public high school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Horizon Community Learning Center Inc. (79264). Horizon Honors Secondary School serves approximately 679 students, and covers grades 7th-12th. Horizon Honors Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #246 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Horizon Honors Secondary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Horizon Honors Secondary 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+27.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation15.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$10,337
Chronic Absenteeism19.9%

Horizon Honors Secondary School — Students at Horizon Honors Secondary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
76%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
68%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Horizon Honors Secondary School Compares

See how Horizon Honors Secondary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
88th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.8
Sports
9
4 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
15.2% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics9sports offered
4 boys'·5 girls'·14 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

16233 S 48TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85048

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Horizon Honors Secondary School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Desert Vista High School (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Mountain Pointe High School (rated 5.8/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Horizon Honors Elementary School Phoenix 0.0 mi 8.6
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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Horizon Honors Secondary School

What grades does Horizon Honors Secondary School serve?

Horizon Honors Secondary School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Horizon Honors Secondary School?

Horizon Honors Secondary School has an enrollment of approximately 679 students.

How does Horizon Honors Secondary School rank in AZ?

Horizon Honors Secondary School ranks #246 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Horizon Honors Secondary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Horizon Honors Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Secondary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Horizon Honors Secondary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Horizon Honors Secondary School a charter school?

Yes, Horizon Honors Secondary 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 Secondary School a Title I school?

No, Horizon Honors Secondary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
679
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.9%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Horizon Community Learning Center Inc. (79264)
District Enrollment
679
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,337
District Rank
#1 of 1

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