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#1490 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 43% in state

Hilliard Horizon Elementary School

Elementary School · Hilliard City

6000 Renner Rd, Columbus, OH 43228

Enrollment

561

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,490 of 3,441

In Columbus

#33 of 224

public schools

In district

#15 of 23

Hilliard City

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Hilliard Horizon Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hilliard Horizon Elementary School

Hilliard Horizon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Hilliard City. Hilliard Horizon Elementary School serves approximately 561 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hilliard Horizon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,490 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Hilliard Horizon Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,050
Chronic Absenteeism17.3%

Hilliard Horizon Elementary School — Students at Hilliard Horizon Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
53.4%
ELA
65.2%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Hilliard Horizon Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
57th percentile in OH
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6000 Renner Rd, Columbus, OH 43228

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hilliard Horizon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Darby Creek Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Hilliard), which scores notably higher. Another option is CYPRESS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Galloway), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alton Darby Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Hilliard), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CYPRESS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Galloway 1.7 mi 7.6
Darby Creek Elementary School Hilliard 1.8 mi 8.6
Alton Darby Elementary School Hilliard 1.8 mi 7.5
Hilliard City School District Preschool Hilliard 1.9 mi 4.2
Galloway Ridge Intermediate School Galloway 2.2 mi 4.5
Hilliard Crossing Elementary School Hilliard 2.5 mi 6.0
Brown Elementary School Hilliard 2.2 mi 7.1
Westland High School Galloway 2.6 mi 3.8
Hilliard Bradley High School Hilliard 2.3 mi 6.0
Prairie Norton Elementary School Columbus 2.7 mi 5.5
Darby Woods Elementary School Galloway 2.8 mi 6.6
Prairie Lincoln Elementary School Columbus 2.5 mi 4.1
Norton Middle School Columbus 2.8 mi 3.7
Hilliard Memorial Middle School Hilliard 2.6 mi 7.2
Scioto Darby Elementary School Hilliard 3.1 mi 7.5
Hilliard Online Academy Hilliard 3.2 mi
ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus 3.2 mi 6.8
Hilliard Heritage Middle School Hilliard 3.4 mi 6.6
Hilliard Darby High School Hilliard 3.5 mi 6.3
Hilliard Station Sixth Grade Elementary School Hilliard 3.6 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,895

Median Home Value

$204,000

Median Rent

$1,169/mo

Population

58,607

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

45.5%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hilliard Horizon Elementary School

What grades does Hilliard Horizon Elementary School serve?

Hilliard Horizon Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Hilliard Horizon Elementary School?

Hilliard Horizon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 561 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hilliard Horizon Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hilliard Horizon Elementary School rank in OH?

Hilliard Horizon Elementary School ranks #1,490 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Hilliard Horizon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hilliard Horizon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Hilliard Horizon Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hilliard Horizon Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hilliard Horizon Elementary School a charter school?

No, Hilliard Horizon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hilliard Horizon Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Hilliard Horizon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hilliard Horizon Elementary School?

56.1% of students at Hilliard 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
20 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

District

Hilliard City
District Enrollment
16,164
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,050
District Rank
#15 of 23

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