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Horizons Elementary
Elementary School · Caldwell County Schools
332 Greenhaven Dr. NW, Lenoir, NC 28645
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
2.2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
2.2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Horizons Elementary
Horizons Elementary is a public elementary school in Lenoir, NC, part of the Caldwell County Schools. The school serves approximately 29 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.2:1. Students demonstrate 10% proficiency in math and 10% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $50,529, where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 29 students, Horizons Elementary 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 2.2:1, Horizons Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.2:1
- Address
- 332 Greenhaven Dr. NW, Lenoir, NC 28645
- Website
- haes.caldwellschools.com
- Phone
- (828) 726-3855
- 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.
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Test Scores NC EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from NC 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 10% (2019) to 10% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 10% (2019) to 10% (2021).
Location
332 Greenhaven Dr. NW, Lenoir, NC 28645
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horizons Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Baton Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Granite Falls). Another option is Davenport A+ School (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, Hudson Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Hudson). For more schools in Lenoir, see our Lenoir schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valmead Elementary Lenoir | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Davenport A+ School Lenoir | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Lower Creek Elementary Lenoir | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Whitnel Elementary Lenoir | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| William Lenoir Middle Lenoir | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Hibriten High Lenoir | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| West Caldwell High Lenoir | 4.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Happy Valley Elementary Lenoir | 4.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Gamewell Middle Lenoir | 5.2 mi | 4.7 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hudson | 5.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Gamewell Elementary Lenoir | 5.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Caldwell Early College Hudson | 5.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy Hudson | 5.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Hudson Elementary Hudson | 6.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Hudson Middle Hudson | 6.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Baton Elementary Granite Falls | 8.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Oak Hill Charter School Lenoir | 6.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Sawmills Elementary Granite Falls | 8.1 mi | 5.6 |
| South Caldwell High Hudson | 8.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Collettsville School Collettsville | 7.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28645 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,529
Median Home Value
$157,800
Median Rent
$726/mo
Population
46,237
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
46.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Horizons Elementary has a median household income of $50,529. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $157,800, with a median rent of $726/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Horizons Elementary
What grades does Horizons Elementary serve?
Horizons Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Horizons Elementary?
Horizons Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horizons Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Horizons Elementary is 2.2:1. 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 Horizons Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Horizons Elementary has 10.0% math proficiency and 10.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Horizons Elementary a charter school?
No, Horizons Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Horizons Elementary a Title I school?
No, Horizons Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Horizons Elementary?
89.7% of students at Horizons Elementary 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
- City Safety
- High (3,522/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Lenoir). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 29
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Caldwell County
- Phone
- (828) 726-3855
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Caldwell County Schools- District Enrollment
- 10,665
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,066
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