Horizons School: Independent Study

About Horizons School: Independent Study

Horizons School is an independent study program that provides students with the opportunity to learn and grow in a personalized learning environment. The school is dedicated to providing students with the best possible education that is tailored to their individual needs. Through a combination of online and in-person instruction, students are able to learn at their own pace and take ownership of their learning.
Horizons School offers a wide range of courses, including core subjects such as math, science, and language arts, as well as electives in the arts, technology, and more. The curriculum is designed to challenge and engage students and to help them reach their full potential. The school also provides a variety of extracurricular activities, such as sports, clubs, and other social activities, to help foster a sense of community among students.
The school’s staff is highly qualified and dedicated to helping students succeed. Teachers are available to provide support and guidance throughout the school year, and parents are encouraged to stay involved. Horizons School is committed to providing students with a safe and supportive environment where they can learn and grow.

Address:	1 Santa Barbara Rd. Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Phone:	(925) 682-8000
Site:	hcis-mdusd-ca.schoolloop.com
Grades:	K – 12
Enrollment:	170 students

Overview Horizons School: Independent Study

Horizons School: Independent Study serves 170 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Horizons School: Independent Study placed in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Horizons School: Independent Study

Horizons School: Independent Study is ranked within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Horizons School: Independent Study is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.