Serving 1,059 students in grades 6-8, Horizon Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,059 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Horizon Middle School's student population of 1,059 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,059 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Horizon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#157 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
2%
5%
White
82%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon Middle School's ranking?
Horizon Middle School is ranked #157 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Horizon Middle School often compared to?
Horizon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Horizon Middle School?
1,059 students attend Horizon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Horizon Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horizon Middle School?
Horizon Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Horizon Middle School offer ?
Horizon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horizon Middle School part of?
Horizon Middle School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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