New Horizon School is committed to providing students with an excellent academic education and firm grounding in moral and ethical values. The school fosters a dedication to God through virtuous living in a balanced Islamic environment.
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Western States Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Islamic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool - 8 |
| Year Founded | 1984 |
| Awards |  Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2005 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 156 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 17 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 11:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 80% |
| Average Class Size | 20 students |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition information is available on the school's web site www.newhorizonschool.org |
| % on Financial Aid | 25% |
| Acceptance Rate | 85% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Associate | Rana Itani |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 8 sports |
| Sports | Badminton, Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, VolleyballBadminton, Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 10 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Bricks 4 Kidz Legos, Debate Club, Mad Science, Musical Theatre Club, Peace Chorus, Qur'an Excel, Sports Club, Super Soccer Stars, Violin, iDesigned It Debate Club, Mad Science, Peace Chorus, Qur'an Excel, Sports Club, Violin, iDesigned It, Bricks 4 Kidz Legos, Musical Theatre Club, Super Soccer Stars, |
School Notes:
New Horizon School seeks to develop in each student a positive
identity as an American Muslim who is prepared intellectually,
socially, emotionally, spiritually, and physically to succeed in a
diverse and ever-changing world. We strive to cultivate
in every New Horizon student an excellent character supported by
Qur’anic principles, enriched with knowledge, and committed
to the betterment of family, community, and humanity.
Profile last updated: 04/17/2014
Nearby Schools:
The nearest high school is St. Monica Academy (0.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Monica Academy (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Andrew Cathloic School (0.5 miles away)
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PasadenaSt. Monica Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Roman Catholic)301 N Orange Grove Blvd
Pasadena, CA, 91103
(626)229-0351Special Program Emphasis (Roman Catholic)0.4 mi | 229 students | Gr. 1-12 -
PasadenaChandler School1005 Armada Drive
Pasadena, CA, 91103
(626)795-93140.5 mi | 458 students | Gr. K-8 -
PasadenaSt. Andrew Cathloic School
(Roman Catholic)42 Chestnut Street
Pasadena, CA, 91103
(626)796-7697(Roman Catholic)0.5 mi | 213 students | Gr. PK-8 -
PasadenaInternational Montessori Academy
All-girls | Montessori School (Non-sectarian)355 W Green St
Pasadena, CA, 91105
(626)792-45050.7 mi | 4 students | Gr. KAll-girls | Montessori School (Non-sectarian) -
PasadenaWestminster Academy
(Christian)1206 Lincoln Ave
Pasadena, CA, 91103
(626)398-7576(Christian)0.8 mi | 120 students | Gr. K-9
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