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Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School

Elementary School · Horizon Science Academy-Denison Middle School

1700 Denison Ave, Cleveland, OH 44109

Charter

Enrollment

255

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,775 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#66 of 152

public schools

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Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Cleveland · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.6/10

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About Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School

Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Horizon Science Academy-Denison Middle School. Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,775 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts below OH schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

56% of students at Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,968
Chronic Absenteeism55.7%

Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School — Students at Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.1% (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
47%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
13%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
27.4%
ELA
30.8%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School Compares

See how Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
19th percentile in OH
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.7%

Location

1700 Denison Ave, Cleveland, OH 44109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ROCCO SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUTHER MEMORIAL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Denison Cleveland 0.6 mi 4.6
Buhrer Cleveland 1.1 mi 6.1
Benjamin Franklin Cleveland 1.2 mi 3.1
Lincoln West School Of Global Studies Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.4
Lincoln West School of Science & Health Cleveland 1.2 mi 6.2
Luis Munoz Marin School Cleveland 1.4 mi 5.1
THE BRIDGE AVENUE SCHOOL Cleveland 1.1 mi
Charles A Mooney School Cleveland 1.3 mi 6.2
Facing History High School@Charles Mooney Cleveland 1.3 mi 3.8
ST ROCCO SCHOOL Cleveland 1.3 mi 8.2
West Cleveland Drop Back In dba Frederick Douglass High Scho Cleveland 1.4 mi 2.9
MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Cleveland 1.4 mi 8.3
Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Elementary Cleveland 1.4 mi 2.5
Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Middle Cleveland 1.4 mi 2.3
Walton School Cleveland 1.5 mi 3.1
Scranton School Cleveland 1.6 mi 4.4
LUTHER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Cleveland 1.5 mi 7.3
Lincoln Park Academy Cleveland 1.5 mi 6.5
ST MARY BYZANTINE SCHOOL Cleveland 1.7 mi 6.9
Tremont Montessori School Cleveland 1.9 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,130

Median Home Value

$112,700

Median Rent

$861/mo

Population

38,098

College Educated

16.5%

Homeownership

48.3%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

36.3

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ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cleveland, OH 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School

What grades does Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School serve?

Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School?

Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School rank in OH?

Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School ranks #2,775 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Science Academy-denison Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School a charter school?

Yes, Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School a Title I school?

No, Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.7%

District

Horizon Science Academy-Denison Middle School
District Enrollment
255
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,968
District Rank
#1 of 1

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