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Horizon Elementary School

Elementary School · Holt Public Schools

5776 HOLT RD, Holt, MI 48842

Enrollment

390

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,188 of 3,192

In Holt

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Holt Public Schools

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Horizon Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Holt · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Washington Woods Middle School

5.2/10

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7.5/10

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About Horizon Elementary School

Horizon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Holt, MI, part of Holt Public Schools. Horizon Elementary School serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Horizon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,188 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Horizon Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+4.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.1 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,086
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

Horizon Elementary School — Students at Horizon Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
39.5% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
42.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
46.9%
ELA
47%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Horizon Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in MI
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

Location

5776 HOLT RD, Holt, MI 48842

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Horizon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cavanaugh School (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Lansing), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Lansing), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLT LUTHERAN SCHOOL AND SONSHINE ECC (rated 7.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Holt, see our Holt schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington Woods Middle School Holt 0.3 mi 5.2
Holt Senior High School Holt 0.6 mi 7.5
CAPITOL CITY BAPTIST SCHOOL Holt 1.3 mi 6.7
Attwood School Lansing 2.1 mi 5.0
North School Lansing 2.1 mi 2.6
Gardner International School Lansing 2.6 mi 5.8
Wilcox Elementary School Holt 2.2 mi 6.8
Wexford Montessori Magnet School Lansing 2.7 mi 2.2
Lansing Learning Hub Lansing 3.0 mi 3.7
Capital Area K12 Online Lansing 3.0 mi 3.0
Cavanaugh School Lansing 3.1 mi 8.6
Ingham County Youth Center Lansing 2.9 mi
Everett High School Lansing 3.4 mi 5.4
Ingham AcademyFamily Center Lansing 3.5 mi
Holt Junior High School Holt 2.7 mi 5.0
Lansing Charter Academy Lansing 3.7 mi 5.0
HOLT LUTHERAN SCHOOL AND SONSHINE ECC Holt 2.8 mi 7.8
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Lansing 3.5 mi 8.0
Sycamore Elementary School Holt 2.8 mi 6.3
Forrest G Averill School Lansing 4.0 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48842 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,830

Median Home Value

$211,500

Median Rent

$1,245/mo

Population

21,504

College Educated

39.4%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

39.3

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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 Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Horizon Elementary School?

Horizon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Horizon Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Horizon Elementary School is 17:1. 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 MI?

Horizon Elementary School ranks #2,188 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Horizon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Horizon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% 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?

41.8% 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ingham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

District

Holt Public Schools
District Enrollment
4,786
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,086
District Rank
#6 of 9

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