Serving 33 students in grades 10-12, New Horizon High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Horizon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
New Horizon High School's student population of 33 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
33 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
New Horizon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Horizon High School is 0.56, which is less 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
#3126 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
49%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Horizon High School's ranking?
New Horizon High School is ranked #3126 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Horizon High School?
The graduation rate of New Horizon High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend New Horizon High School?
33 students attend New Horizon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of New Horizon High School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Horizon High School?
New Horizon High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Horizon High School offer ?
New Horizon High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is New Horizon High School part of?
New Horizon High School is part of Joshua Independent School District.
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