HORIZON SCIENCE ACAD-BELMONT

Horizon Science Acad-Belmont is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Horizon Science Acad-Belmont school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 516 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 34 teachers, Horizon Science Acad-Belmont has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 Science Academy-Belmont, located in the Belmont Cragin neighborhood of Chicago, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades K-12. As part of the Concept Schools network, the academy emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum with a heavy focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education. The school aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in college and beyond by fostering a structured learning environment that promotes high academic achievement, critical thinking, and character development.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Horizon Science Academy-Belmont is known for its extended school day and year, which allows for increased instructional time and a variety of extracurricular activities. The school places a significant emphasis on parental involvement and community engagement, striving to build a supportive partnership between educators and families. By integrating technology into the classroom and maintaining a strong college-preparatory culture, the school seeks to equip its students with the skills and discipline necessary to navigate the challenges of higher education and professional careers.

For more information, contact Horizon Science Acad-Belmont at (773) 237-2702 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.