Summary:
Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities is the sole public charter school serving grades K-6 in Richfield, Minnesota. With a total enrollment of just 74 students, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom 10% of Minnesota elementary schools over the past three years, performing significantly below the state average across key academic measures.
Academically, Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities struggles, with math and reading proficiency rates ranging from 0% to 25% and 0% to 18.18% respectively across different grade levels. The school's science proficiency rate of 9.09% in 2022-2023 is also well below the state average of 39.21%. This persistent underperformance has earned the school a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating it is performing significantly below the state average.
Compounding the academic challenges, Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities serves a student population that is predominantly African American (85.14%) and economically disadvantaged, with 95.95% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. This high concentration of students facing socioeconomic barriers may contribute to the school's struggles and suggests a need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique needs of the community.
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