Serving 746 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr's student population of 746 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3067 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
73%
28%
Black
25%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr's ranking?
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr is ranked #3067 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr?
The graduation rate of Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr?
746 students attend Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr?
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr offer ?
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr part of?
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr is part of Chicago Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr located?
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr is located in the Gage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Gage Park.
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