Summary:
Horizon Science Academy-Cincinnati is the sole elementary public charter school serving grades K-8 in the Horizon Science Academy-Cincinnati district. The school's student population is predominantly African American, with concerning academic performance, attendance, and graduation rates that fall well below state averages.
Horizon Science Academy-Cincinnati has consistently low proficiency rates on Ohio State Tests, ranging from just 5% to 38.7% across math, English language arts, and science, compared to state averages of 46.4% to 67.4%. The school also struggles with extremely high chronic absenteeism at 56.8% and a 0.0% four-year graduation rate, suggesting significant challenges in student engagement and retention. While the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 10.3 to 1 and per-student spending of $8,783, these resource allocation factors do not appear to be translating into academic success for students.
Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of Horizon Science Academy-Cincinnati as a school that is struggling across multiple fronts, from academic achievement to attendance and graduation. Addressing these systemic issues will likely require a comprehensive, data-driven approach to identify and address the underlying factors contributing to the school's challenges.
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