Average
#1095 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 49% in state
New Horizons High School
High School · Pasco School District
2020 W ARGENT RD, Pasco, WA 99301
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,095 of 2,228
In Pasco
#11 of 28
public schools
In district
#11 of 28
Pasco School District
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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New Horizons High School
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About New Horizons High School
New Horizons High School is a public high school in Pasco, WA, part of Pasco School District. New Horizons High School serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. New Horizons High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,095 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for New Horizons High School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at New Horizons High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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New Horizons High School — Students at New Horizons High School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 21 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How New Horizons High School Compares
See how New Horizons High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2020 W ARGENT RD, Pasco, WA 99301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Horizons High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Captain Gray STEM Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Marie Curie STEM Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pasco, see our Pasco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Frost Elementary Pasco | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Stevens Middle School Pasco | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Emerson Elementary Pasco | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Rowena Chess Elementary Pasco | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ST PATRICK'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pasco | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Captain Gray STEM Elementary Pasco | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Pasco Senior High School Pasco | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Pasco Early Learning Center Pasco | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Pasco | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| James McGee Elementary Pasco | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Ugrad ESD123 Re-Engagement Program Pasco | 1.5 mi | — |
| Longfellow Elementary Pasco | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Pasco Early Childhood Pasco | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Pasco Innovative Experiences and e-Learning Pasco | 1.9 mi | 2.9 |
| TRI-CITY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Pasco | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Pasco | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Marie Curie STEM Elementary Pasco | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Whittier Elementary Pasco | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Ellen Ochoa Middle School Pasco | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Amistad Elementary School Kennewick | 3.3 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,517
Median Home Value
$353,300
Median Rent
$1,195/mo
Population
86,467
College Educated
21.5%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
30.5
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|---|---|
| Warden High School Warden, WA | 6.4 |
| Brewster High School Brewster, WA | 6.5 |
| CPSD Open Doors Program Lakewood, WA | 6.3 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN -JUNIOR HIGH/HIGH SCHOOL Puyallup, WA | 6.2 |
| Elma High School Elma, WA | 6.2 |
| Manson High School Manson, WA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Horizons High School
What grades does New Horizons High School serve?
New Horizons High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend New Horizons High School?
New Horizons High School has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Horizons High School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Horizons High School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Horizons High School rank in WA?
New Horizons High School ranks #1,095 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is New Horizons High School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Horizons High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 New Horizons High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Horizons High School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is New Horizons High School a charter school?
No, New Horizons High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Horizons High School a Title I school?
No, New Horizons High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Horizons High School?
86.6% of students at New Horizons High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Franklin County
- Phone
- (509) 543-6796
Resources & Links
District
Pasco School District- District Enrollment
- 18,840
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,151
- District Rank
- #11 of 28
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