New Horizons High School
319 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
New Horizons High School, located on Argent Road in Pasco, Washington, serves as the district’s alternative learning environment designed to support students who may not thrive in a traditional comprehensive high school setting. The school focuses on credit recovery, academic acceleration, and personalized learning pathways, allowing students to work at their own pace to meet graduation requirements. By maintaining a smaller student-to-teacher ratio, the campus creates a focused, supportive atmosphere that prioritizes individual needs and helps students overcome barriers to academic success.
Beyond its academic mission, New Horizons places a strong emphasis on social-emotional growth and career readiness. The school is committed to fostering a culture of resilience, encouraging students to take ownership of their educational journeys while preparing them for life after graduation—whether that involves entering the workforce, enrolling in trade programs, or pursuing higher education. Through its flexible scheduling and dedicated staff, New Horizons serves as a vital resource for the Pasco School District, ensuring that all students have a viable, structured path toward earning their high school diploma.
Beyond its academic mission, New Horizons places a strong emphasis on social-emotional growth and career readiness. The school is committed to fostering a culture of resilience, encouraging students to take ownership of their educational journeys while preparing them for life after graduation—whether that involves entering the workforce, enrolling in trade programs, or pursuing higher education. Through its flexible scheduling and dedicated staff, New Horizons serves as a vital resource for the Pasco School District, ensuring that all students have a viable, structured path toward earning their high school diploma.
319
Total Students
18.4
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 58 |
| Hispanic | 238 |
| Black | 4 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 6 |
| American Indian | 5 |
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Hispanic238 (75.8 %)
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White58 (18.5 %)
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Two or More6 (1.9 %)
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American Indian5 (1.6 %)
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Black4 (1.3 %)
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Asian3 (1.0 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Pasco School District |
| Phone: | (509)543-6796 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 319 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 18.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 255 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 24 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
15
Grade 10
33
Grade 11
85
Grade 12
186
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 15 |
| Grade 10 | 33 |
| Grade 11 | 85 |
| Grade 12 | 186 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 159 | 49.8% |
| Male | 155 | 48.6% |
| Not Specified | 5 | 1.6% |
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