HORIZON CHARTER SCHOOL OF TAMPA

HORIZON CHARTER SCHOOL OF TAMPA is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the HILLSBOROUGH school district, located in TAMPA, FL with about 308 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, HORIZON CHARTER SCHOOL OF TAMPA has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

HORIZON CHARTER SCHOOL OF TAMPA, located on West Hillsborough Avenue, operates as part of the Hillsborough County Public Schools system. As a public charter school, it offers an alternative educational environment designed to provide flexibility and specialized instruction to students in the Tampa area. By functioning under the oversight of the school district while maintaining its own charter, the school aims to address unique learning needs and promote academic growth through a curriculum that often emphasizes smaller class sizes and personalized attention.

The school is committed to supporting the diverse student population of Hillsborough County by fostering a community-focused learning atmosphere. Because it is part of the larger district framework, students at Horizon benefit from the resources and standards of the public school system while participating in a program specifically tailored to the charter’s educational mission. Families interested in enrollment or specific program details are encouraged to visit the official Hillsborough County Public Schools website or contact the school’s administration directly to understand their specific grade levels and academic offerings.

For more information, contact HORIZON CHARTER SCHOOL OF TAMPA at (813) 887-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.