Very Good
#632 of 3,777 schools in FL
Top 17% in state
Horizon Elementary School
Elementary School · VOLUSIA
4751 HIDDEN LAKE DR, Port Orange, FL 32129
Enrollment
749
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
749
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Port Orange
#5 of 11
public schools
Florida elementary schools
#580 of 2,196
In district
#20 of 80
VOLUSIA
School environment
8.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Horizon Elementary School
Horizon Elementary School serves 749 students in grades PK through 5 in Port Orange's large suburban community. With 55 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.6 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 79th percentile statewide at #817 out of 3816 Florida elementary schools.
Students show strong achievement in core subjects, with 63% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics and 59% in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels tested. Horizon Elementary operates as a regular public school in Volusia County, providing educational services to families in the surrounding suburban area. The school draws from a diverse community where the median household income is $60,390 and homes average $226,500 in value.
About 23% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while 14% of families live below the poverty line. Located at 4751 Hidden Lake Drive, Horizon Elementary sits within a well-established suburban neighborhood that offers families a blend of residential stability and educational opportunity in the greater Port Orange area.
Score Breakdown
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Horizon Elementary School — Students at Horizon Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from FL 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: 7.5/10.
How Horizon Elementary School Compares
See how Horizon Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 66% (2019) to 55% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 61% (2019) to 60% (2021).
Location
4751 HIDDEN LAKE DR, Port Orange, FL 32129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horizon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CYPRESS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SPRUCE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SUGAR MILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Port Orange, see our Port Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,936
Median Home Value
$241,500
Median Rent
$1,538/mo
Population
23,356
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
43.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Horizon Elementary School has a median household income of $65,936. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $241,500, with a median rent of $1,538/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.6%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Horizon Elementary School
What grades does Horizon Elementary School serve?
Horizon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Horizon Elementary School?
Horizon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 749 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horizon Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Horizon Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Horizon Elementary School rank in FL?
Horizon Elementary School is ranked #632 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Horizon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Horizon Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Horizon Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Horizon Elementary School has 62.0% math proficiency and 59.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Horizon Elementary School a charter school?
No, Horizon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Horizon Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Horizon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Horizon Elementary School?
58.6% of students at Horizon Elementary School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 749
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Volusia County
- Phone
- (386) 756-7150
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
VOLUSIA- District Enrollment
- 62,742
- Schools in District
- 89
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,727
- District Rank
- #20 of 80
How We Rate Schools
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