Serving 255 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School's student population of 255 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2709 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
27%
8%
Black
56%
17%
White
8%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School's ranking?
Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School is ranked #2709 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School?
255 students attend Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School?
Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School offer ?
Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School part of?
Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School is part of Horizon Science Academy-Denison Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School located?
Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School is located in the Brooklyn Centre neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Brooklyn Centre.
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