Horizon Elementary School in Madison, AL is ranked #40 statewide in 2023, a decline from its peak rank of #17 in 2014–2015 but remaining within the top 20% of Alabama public schools overall.
The school's 2023 math proficiency rate was 67%, higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 80%, also higher than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged from 70–74%, again higher than the state average near 38%.
Enrollment slightly declined from 621 students in 2020 to 547 in 2023, with minority enrollment stable at 48%; free lunch eligibility increased substantially from 10% in 2021 to 30% in 2023, indicating socioeconomic shifts.
Horizon Elementary serves grades PK–5 with 568 students and 38 teachers for a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, among the lowest ratios for Alabama elementary schools.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 95% in 2023 compared to the 88% state rate, reflecting strong overall student outcomes at this Madison City school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison area neighborhoods, with most students located within a 5-10 minute drive (averaging 1 mile, furthest 3 miles).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Horizon Elementary School's student population of 567 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horizon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#40 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
23%
31%
White
52%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Madison City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Elementary School's ranking?
Horizon Elementary School is ranked #40 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Horizon Elementary School?
567 students attend Horizon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Horizon Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon Elementary School?
Horizon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horizon Elementary School offer ?
Horizon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horizon Elementary School part of?
Horizon Elementary School is part of Madison City School District.
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