Horizon Science Academy - McKinley Park
- Public, Charter
- CHICAGO, IL
Charter School
Horizon Science Academy - McKinley Park
- grade B+Overall Grade
- Public, Charter
- K-12
- CHICAGO, IL
- Rating 4 out of 5 28 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B
- Diversitygrade B
- Teachersgrade B
- College Prepgrade B
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade B
- Administrationgrade B minus
- Sportsgrade C+
- Foodgrade C
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B
About
Enrolling
Grades
K-12
Students
864
From Horizon Science Academy - McKinley Park
Who are we?
Founded in 2013, Horizon Science Academy McKinley Park is a charter public school that serves roughly 860 students across grades K-12. Horizon Science Academy McKinley Park provides its students with an innovative world class education, rich in math, science and technology focused on preparing students to become bold inquirers, problem solvers and ethical leaders, skill-ready for post-secondary education to meet the challenges of a competitive global workforce.
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Horizon Science Academy - McKinley Park Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
23%
Percent Proficient - Math
15%
Average Graduation Rate
90%
Average SAT
1060
131 responses
Average ACT
No data available
AP Enrollment
32%
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Home Listings
- Cost of Livinggrade B minus
- Good for Familiesgrade C+
- Housinggrade C minus
Median Household Income
$43,834
National
$69,021Median Rent
$893
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$162,626
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
75%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 4 responsesPoll
100%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 4 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade B
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
864
Free or Reduced Lunch
98%
100%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 4 responses75%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 4 responses100%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 4 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$41,900
Teachers in First/Second Year
32.2%
75%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 4 responses75%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 4 responses75%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 4 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade B
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
Expenses Per Student
No data available
National
$12,239100%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 4 responses50%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 4 responses100%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 4 responsesHorizon Science Academy - McKinley Park Reviews
Rating 4 out of 5 28 reviews
This school isn't perfect. In fact, from the 10 years that I've been going to HSA I can say that it is very much far from it. From my point of view, any student's experience at HSA will depend on the effort put by said student. If they put time and effort into their classes and extra-curriculars, they'll have an amazing experience. If they don't focus on that, they'll be like the many students who attend her that simply put the blame on the teachers or staff for not having a good learning environment, which really isn't true. All the teachers are willing to help out and be your friend so much as you show that you care. It's as simple as that. The only real gripe that I have had in my time at HSA is that during our high school experience, there were so many times where our college advisor was either really unresponsive or terrible with her timing. As of now with the current advisor, be ready to do a good chunk of college research and paperwork on your own when you really need it.
If your student is naturally good in school they would have no problems. However the students that are academically challenging, struggle and nobody cares. They give the basics that are legally required and that's it. If your child has or needs an IEP run away. Their IEP team is a joke, if you have issues or concerns they are not helpful. Brush off issues, allow their students to struggle with courses. So far it's a nightmare and I'm looking for better options.
For the many things this school excels at, it seems to fail at just as many in other areas. The biggest and most glaring problem is that there is a clear separation in the kids destined to succeed, at least in terms of scores, versus those that need "extra help." I can't know how to create the perfect school system but separating the "smartest" kids into their own "gifted" classes while the rest are grouped up and made to stay behind in a cycle that will only perpetuate the problem, is certainly not compatible.
Some of the staff have inspired me to the fullest extent and I will be eternally grateful for them. If you have had the opportunity to meet them, you would understand. Then there's the certain staff who let their positions get to their heads and have just about the most inflated sense of authority I have ever seen.
Final thoughts, if you end up in the right group, you'll have an easy time. If not, there's not much you can do.
Some of the staff have inspired me to the fullest extent and I will be eternally grateful for them. If you have had the opportunity to meet them, you would understand. Then there's the certain staff who let their positions get to their heads and have just about the most inflated sense of authority I have ever seen.
Final thoughts, if you end up in the right group, you'll have an easy time. If not, there's not much you can do.