Very Good
#97 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 25% of private schools
New Horizon School
School
1111 S CARR RD, Renton, WA 98055
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#97 of 381
In Renton
#4 of 8
public schools
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New Horizon School
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About New Horizon School
New Horizon School is a private school in Renton, WA. New Horizon School serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. New Horizon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #97 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 57 students, New Horizon School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.7:1 students to teachers, New Horizon School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Horizon School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow New Horizon School compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Renton, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Horizon School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Benson Hill Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Open Door Youth Reengagement | 7.0 |
| Renton Academy | 5.8 |
| H.O.M.E. Program | 5.2 |
| Nelsen Middle School | 4.4 |
| Talbot Hill Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Cascade Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Meeker Middle School | 5.9 |
| Renton Park Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Lindbergh Senior High School | 3.9 |
| Tiffany Park Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Carriage Crest Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Out Of District Facility | — |
| Renton Senior High School | 5.4 |
| Fairwood Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Sartori Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Ella Baker High School (Open Doors) | — |
| Renton Technical High School | — |
| Highlands Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Ridgewood Elementary School | 8.3 |
Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Renton
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1111 S CARR RD, Renton, WA 98055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Horizon School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Kent Laboratory Academy (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Kent), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHILDREN'S INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING DIFFERENCES (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CASCADE VISTA BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Kent), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Renton, see our Renton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Renton | 0.3 mi | — |
| CHILDREN'S INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING DIFFERENCES Renton | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| H.O.M.E. Program Renton | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Renton Academy Renton | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Open Door Youth Reengagement Renton | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Nelsen Middle School Renton | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Benson Hill Elementary School Renton | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Talbot Hill Elementary School Renton | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Springbrook Elementary School Kent | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Glenridge Elementary Kent | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Cascade Elementary School Renton | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Kent Laboratory Academy Kent | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| PHOENIX MONTESSORI Renton | 1.8 mi | — |
| CASCADE VISTA BAPTIST SCHOOL Kent | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Panther Lake Elementary School Kent | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Meeker Middle School Renton | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Tiffany Park Elementary School Renton | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Out Of District Facility Renton | 2.4 mi | — |
| Renton Park Elementary School Renton | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| ST ANTHONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Renton | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,207
Median Home Value
$561,600
Median Rent
$2,098/mo
Population
24,851
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Republic Parent Partner Republic, WA | 7.2 |
| CHILDREN'S INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING DIFFERENCES Renton, WA | 7.3 |
| Panorama School Colville, WA | 7.3 |
| Central Educational Services Bellevue, WA | 7.1 |
| Jim Tangeman Center Vancouver, WA | 7.1 |
| OVERLAKE SPECIALTY SCHOOL Bellevue, WA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Horizon School
What grades does New Horizon School serve?
New Horizon School serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend New Horizon School?
New Horizon School has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Horizon School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Horizon School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Horizon School rank in WA?
New Horizon School ranks #97 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is New Horizon School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Horizon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Horizon School a private school?
Yes, New Horizon School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is New Horizon School a religious school?
No, New Horizon School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 57
- Gender Split
- 70% M / 30% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (142) 522-6371
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