OZARK HORIZON SCHOOL

OZARK HORIZON SCHOOL is a public school that is part of the MO SCHLS FOR THE SEV DISABLED school district, located in WEST PLAINS, MO with about 20 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 4 teachers, OZARK HORIZON SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.

OZARK HORIZON SCHOOL, located in West Plains, Missouri, is a specialized educational facility operated under the direction of the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). As part of the state’s network of schools for students with specific needs, it provides a highly structured and supportive environment designed to serve students who require specialized instruction and resources that may not be available in a traditional general education setting.

The school focuses on fostering academic growth, social development, and personal independence for its student body. By adhering to the standards set by the Office of Special Education, OZARK HORIZON SCHOOL emphasizes individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored to meet the unique challenges and goals of each student. Through a combination of dedicated instruction and targeted support services, the school works to ensure that all students are equipped with the skills necessary to succeed in their educational journey and beyond.

For more information, contact OZARK HORIZON SCHOOL at (417) 256-2880 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1715 WAYHAVEN DR
WEST PLAINS, MO 65775-2153
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OZARK HORIZON SCHOOL is a public school in WEST PLAINS, MO with about 20 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Missouri

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
(Special Education School)
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
20
Teachers:
4.4
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 20 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending OZARK HORIZON SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.

White
80.0%
Hispanic/Latino
10.0%
Black or African American
5.0%
Asian
5.0%

Female
35.0%
Male
65.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.