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Horizon High
High School · Riverdale Joint Unified
PO Box 726, Riverdale, CA 93656
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
22:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
22:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Horizon High
Horizon High is a public high school in Riverdale, CA, part of the Riverdale Joint Unified. The school serves approximately 22 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $64,481, where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 22 students, Horizon High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Horizon High is 22:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Located in a rural area, Horizon High may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Address
- PO Box 726, Riverdale, CA 93656
- Website
- rjusd.org
- Phone
- (559) 867-3562
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from CA 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
PO Box 726, Riverdale, CA 93656
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horizon High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Caruthers High (rated 8.6/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Caruthers). Another option is Lemoore Middle College High (rated 7.7/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Lemoore). Additionally, Riverdale High (rated 6.3/10). For more schools in Riverdale, see our Riverdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Riverdale High Riverdale | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Riverdale Assembly of God dba Riverdale Christian Academy Riverdale | 0.3 mi | — |
| Fipps Primary Riverdale | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Riverdale Elementary Riverdale | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Island Elementary Lemoore | 5.0 mi | 8.2 |
| MARC High Caruthers | 7.4 mi | — |
| Caruthers Elementary Caruthers | 7.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Caruthers High Caruthers | 7.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Maat K12 Madera | 8.9 mi | — |
| Alvina Elementary Charter Caruthers | 9.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Liberty Middle Lemoore | 9.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Freedom Elementary Lemoore | 9.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Bridges Academy Lemoore | 9.2 mi | — |
| Meadow Lane Elementary Lemoore | 9.0 mi | 6.9 |
| MARY IMMACULATE QUEEN SCHOOL Lemoore | 9.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Lemoore University Elementary Charter Lemoore | 9.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Mary Immaculate Queen Lemoore | 9.4 mi | — |
| Lemoore Online College Preparatory High Lemoore | 9.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Lemoore Middle College High Lemoore | 9.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Burrel Elementary Riverdale | 8.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93656 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,481
Median Home Value
$272,200
Median Rent
$965/mo
Population
6,224
College Educated
6.3%
Homeownership
46.8%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
30.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Horizon High has a median household income of $64,481. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $272,200, with a median rent of $965/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Horizon High
What grades does Horizon High serve?
Horizon High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Horizon High?
Horizon High has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horizon High?
The student-teacher ratio at Horizon High is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Horizon High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Horizon High has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Horizon High a charter school?
No, Horizon High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Horizon High a Title I school?
No, Horizon High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Horizon High?
86.4% of students at Horizon High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (398/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Fresno County
- Phone
- (559) 867-3562
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Riverdale Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,456
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,932
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