Below Average
#596 of 719 schools in ID
Horizon Elementary School
Elementary School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
730 NORTH MITCHELL, Boise, ID 83704
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#596 of 719
In Boise
#66 of 73
public schools
In district
#43 of 48
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
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About Horizon Elementary School
Horizon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Horizon Elementary School serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Horizon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #596 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Horizon Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Horizon Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Horizon Elementary School — Students at Horizon Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.0/10.
How Horizon Elementary School Compares
See how Horizon Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
730 NORTH MITCHELL, Boise, ID 83704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horizon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELIZA HART SPALDING STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARDINAL ACADEMY Boise | 0.2 mi | — |
| INSPIRE VIRTUAL CHARTER SCHOOL Boise | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| EMPOWER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Boise | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| OVERLAND MONTESSORI Boise | 1.4 mi | — |
| COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY Boise | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| PETRA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| MORLEY NELSON ELEMENTARY Boise | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| NORTHVIEW MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Boise | 1.7 mi | — |
| FAIRMONT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| CLOVERDALE MONTESSORI Boise | 2.1 mi | — |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BOISE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Boise | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| BISHOP KELLY HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| MAPLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ELIZA HART SPALDING STEM ACADEMY Boise | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.3 mi | 9.1 |
| CAPITAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,806
Median Home Value
$354,400
Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Population
41,406
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HEYBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Maries, ID | 4.5 |
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg, ID | 4.5 |
| PIONEER PRIMARY SCHOOL Weiser, ID | 4.5 |
| A H BUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID | 4.6 |
| MOUNTAIN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ammon, ID | 4.6 |
| SHERMAN ELEMENTARY Nampa, ID | 4.6 |
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 6th.
How many students attend Horizon Elementary School?
Horizon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horizon Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Horizon Elementary School is 18:1. 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 ID?
Horizon Elementary School ranks #596 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Horizon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Horizon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Horizon Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
53.4% 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (208) 854-5170
Resources & Links
District
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,425
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,892
- District Rank
- #43 of 48
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