Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Horizon-on-the-hudson School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horizon-on-the-hudson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Horizon-on-the-hudson School's student population of 432 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horizon-on-the-hudson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horizon-on-the-hudson School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4134 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
51%
30%
Black
29%
16%
White
12%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horizon-on-the-hudson School's ranking?
Horizon-on-the-hudson School is ranked #4134 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Horizon-on-the-hudson School often compared to?
Horizon-on-the-hudson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gidney Avenue Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Horizon-on-the-hudson School?
432 students attend Horizon-on-the-hudson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Horizon-on-the-hudson School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horizon-on-the-hudson School?
Horizon-on-the-hudson School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Horizon-on-the-hudson School offer ?
Horizon-on-the-hudson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horizon-on-the-hudson School part of?
Horizon-on-the-hudson School is part of Newburgh City School District.
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