Horizon Honors Schools 16233 South 48th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85048

"Great educational environment, however I wouldn’t stay here for all of k-12 or transfer here for high school. The community and staff is very high quality and I can confidently say that some of the best teachers I’ve had taught here, and I believe still teach here. The problem is that it’s very sheltered, a bit too much for most students if they stay here long enough. The size of the school also becomes an issue with regard to class selection, athletics, as well as socially in general. Students are challenged academically and develop good work ethic and intelligence. I would definitely attribute many students success to the school more so than natural ability/growth, particularly in K-6. Also very adaptable to students who are ahead in a particular subject. I know people who were up to 3 grades ahead in math and still thrived, and I was in a cohort of 6-8 people who were in a similar position which was handled excellently. Lots of pros of Horizon, but I would be aware of the shortcomings and get out at the right time. Overall a very good school, especially K-6."

"If there is a chance your child might need extra help with anything DO NOT send them there. They will not do anything if you have a child with a learning disability, my daughter is dyslexic and they refused to help her at all. It was absolutely horrible the way we were treated when we asked for help. Seriously pathetic, I was basically told they didn’t want her there bringing their test scores down."

"My two older children attended here from pre-k to 8th grade and I want to thank Horizon teachers and staff for such a great foundation for their education. Both are excelling and have the best study habits. I can’t wait to return to Horizon with my two younger children to give them that same foundation. Horizon fosters a excitement for learning that my 8 year old is missing at her current school. The central focus of Project Group is so dynamic and applicable to real life problem solving."

"We have been at Horizon for 9 years. My daughters transitioned from a local Montessori at 1st and 5th grades. Right now, one is a sophomore at NAU (on a full merit scholarship) and the other a 10th grader at Horizon Honors High School. We have been very happy here at Horizon. As a parent, I am so happy to walk in the office and have the office staff know who I am, and know who my children are. They encourage parental involvement from elementary all the way through high school. During their time in elementary, they were given the opportunities to have music and PE daily. They developed friendships and were taught how to prioritize, work in groups, problem solve and speak in front of an assembly of their peers. Both participated in student government and were selected as student ambassadors. The student ambassadors give the new families tours of the school. I remember how impressed I was when we first toured Horizon and how articulate the students were. My children have participated in the choir and performing arts departments, and this year, my 10th grader decided to give team sports a try. While she had never been in sports before, she was encouraged to sign up and give it her best. And she did! Her team mates and coaches were very welcoming. As a family, we have really enjoyed participating in the various sporting events to cheer the teams on. Our varsity teams rival many other schools and we have several students who have received sports scholarships to college. My older daughter felt the curriculum challenged her and kept her interested. She was rewarded by receiving multiple scholarships and is now attending NAU with a full tuition merit scholarship. I have always found the teachers open to listening about my concerns and very open to my advice on how best to work with my children. As parents, we are encouraged to have open communication with the teachers and have scheduled conferences 5 times a year (more if necessary). When reaching out to any of the staff, I can usually get in to see them with in a day or two. While Horizon is a “small community”, they are encouraged to be big thinkers. The students are help each other and there really isn’t any bullying. Both my daughters found themselves to be mentors to not only their peers, but the younger students in the elementary school as well. If you want a “small school environment” where each student is valued and listened to, Horizon really is the place for your family."