Serving 592 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, New Horizon Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Horizon Magnet School's student population of 592 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Horizon Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Horizon Magnet School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#612 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
84%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
16%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Horizon Magnet School's ranking?
New Horizon Magnet School is ranked #612 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are New Horizon Magnet School often compared to?
New Horizon Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, Lake Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend New Horizon Magnet School?
592 students attend New Horizon Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of New Horizon Magnet School students are Hispanic, and 16% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Horizon Magnet School?
New Horizon Magnet School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Horizon Magnet School offer ?
New Horizon Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is New Horizon Magnet School part of?
New Horizon Magnet School is part of Nampa School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Middle School Open House for Incoming 6th Graders and New Students (Calendar)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of School (Calendar)
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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