Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities is a public charter elementary school in Richfield, Minnesota, serving 74 students in grades K-6, with a predominantly African American student population of 85.14%. Despite its small class sizes, the school consistently ranks among the lowest-performing elementary schools in the state, with significantly lower proficiency rates in Math and Reading compared to the state averages, particularly for its African American and low-income students.
Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities stands out from the nearby schools, such as Seven Hills -Bloomington Elementary and Partnership Academy Inc., which have more diverse student populations. The school's high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch (95.95%) suggests that it is serving a community with significant socioeconomic challenges. While the school's relatively low student-to-teacher ratio may indicate a focus on providing more individualized attention, the persistent low academic performance indicates that this approach alone may not be sufficient to address the underlying issues.
The challenges faced by Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities are particularly concerning, as the school has consistently ranked in the bottom 10% of Minnesota elementary schools for the past four years. This persistent low performance, coupled with the demographic differences compared to nearby schools, suggests that a more comprehensive approach to addressing the unique needs of the school's community may be necessary to drive meaningful improvements in student outcomes.
Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities ranks in the bottom 2.0% of Minnesota elementary schools.
In the 2023-24 school year, 123 students attended Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities.
Students at Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities are 91% African American, 6% Hispanic, 3% White.
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