Horizon Middle School vs Renaissance Charter School at Poinciana
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Horizon Middle School
Kissimmee · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,008 students
Renaissance Charter School at Poinciana
Kissimmee · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
879 students
| Measure | Horizon Middle School Kissimmee, Florida | Renaissance Charter School at Poinciana Kissimmee, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #360 of 563 | #1556 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #7914 of 15,369 | #26622 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,008 | 879 |
| Enrollment | 1,008 | 879 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.2% | 51.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 48% |
| city | Kissimmee | Kissimmee |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (48.7 vs 47.8).
- •Horizon Middle School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 48%).
- •Renaissance Charter School at Poinciana does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •Renaissance Charter School at Poinciana does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.2% vs 54.2%).
- •Renaissance Charter School at Poinciana does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 18.7).
- •Horizon Middle School is the larger school with 1,008 students compared with 879.
- •Horizon Middle School is a public school while Renaissance Charter School at Poinciana is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Horizon Middle School better than Renaissance Charter School at Poinciana?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Horizon Middle School and Renaissance Charter School at Poinciana?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Kissimmee and Kissimmee in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Horizon Middle School: 1,008. Renaissance Charter School at Poinciana: 879. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Horizon Middle School and Renaissance Charter School at Poinciana rank in Florida?
Horizon Middle School is 360th of 563 and Renaissance Charter School at Poinciana is 1556th of 2,187 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).