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Very Good

#204 of 1,015 schools in UT

Top 20% in state

Horizon School

Elementary School · Murray District

5180 S 700 W, Murray, UT 84123

Enrollment

614

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#204 of 1,015

In Murray

#4 of 12

public schools

In district

#4 of 11

Murray District

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Horizon School

7.8/10

Elementary School in Murray · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Horizon School

Horizon School is a public elementary school in Murray, UT, part of Murray District. Horizon School serves approximately 614 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Horizon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #204 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Horizon School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • UT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.9% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.4% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected+14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,273
Chronic Absenteeism24.3%

Horizon School — Students at Horizon School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 29 test records from UT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
76%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
48%
2025
Math
48.9%
ELA
47.4%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Horizon School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
80th percentile in UT
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

Location

5180 S 700 W, Murray, UT 84123

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Horizon School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mcmillan School (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Viewmont School (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Grant School (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Murray, see our Murray schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
VALOR PREPARATORY ACADEMY Murray 0.5 mi
Viewmont School Murray 0.8 mi 8.4
Riverview Jr High Murray 0.9 mi 7.1
REALMS OF INQUIRY Taylorsville 1.0 mi
Grant School Murray 1.5 mi 8.0
Plymouth School Salt Lake City 1.1 mi 4.0
Murray High Murray 1.2 mi 6.6
Hartvigsen School Taylorsville 1.2 mi 2.8
PRINCE OF PEACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Salt Lake City 1.4 mi 5.5
Liberty School Murray 1.6 mi 5.9
Hillcrest Jr High Murray 1.4 mi 4.8
WASATCH CANYONS ACADEMY AT PRIMARY CHILDRENS HOSP Salt Lake City 1.5 mi 6.6
Taylorsville High Taylorsville 1.4 mi 4.7
Early Childhood Center Murray 1.7 mi 3.8
KIDS WORLD ACADEMY Taylorsville 1.7 mi
MOUNT VERNON ACADEMY Murray 1.5 mi 6.3
John C. Fremont School Taylorsville 1.8 mi 3.4
Eisenhower Jr High Taylorsville 1.8 mi 5.2
Utah Virtual Academy Murray 1.8 mi 5.7
Mcmillan School Murray 1.9 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,079

Median Home Value

$436,600

Median Rent

$1,416/mo

Population

36,913

College Educated

28.5%

Homeownership

58.5%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Horizon School

What grades does Horizon School serve?

Horizon School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Horizon School?

Horizon School has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Horizon School?

The student-teacher ratio at Horizon School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Horizon School rank in UT?

Horizon School ranks #204 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Horizon School's MySchoolScout rating?

Horizon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Horizon School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Horizon School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Horizon School a charter school?

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

Is Horizon School a Title I school?

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

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

47.9% of students at Horizon 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
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
53 Good Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Salt Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

District

Murray District
District Enrollment
5,733
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,273
District Rank
#4 of 11

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