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Horizon Science Academy Columbus High
Horizon Science Academy Columbus High, nominated by an anonymous organization, is a high school in Columbus, Ohio, that describes itself as a public charter school serving learners from a primarily urban area.
Location Columbus, Ohio
Governance Public Charter School
Grades High
Students 725
Locale Urban
Principal Ugur Zengince
Demographics
Percentage of students*
26%
English Learners
100%
Free/Reduced Lunch
8%
Students with Disabilities
African American or Black 82%
American Indian/Alaska Native —
Asian 1%
Hawaiian or Pacific Islander —
Hispanic or Latino 12%
White 4%
2+ Races —
Why Horizon Science Academy Columbus High was nominated
Horizon Science Academy’s Engineering Pathway equips students with the skills and certifications needed for careers in robotics, automation, and advanced manufacturing. Through a hands-on curriculum, industry-recognized credentials, and real-world experiences, students develop the technical expertise and problem-solving abilities required for success in engineering fields. They also offer pathways in software development, cybersecurity, allied health and nursing, exercise science, arts and communications, and business and marketing.
Student experience design
'- Our school is designed to provide inclusive excellence, not selective access, as an open-enrollment STEAM school where all students have the opportunity to succeed, while consistently achieving strong outcomes, including a 4.5/5 Ohio School Report Card rating for two consecutive years. - Students experience real-world, career-connected learning through hands-on STEAM and CTE opportunities, including engineering, IT, and research projects, supported by partnerships with industry leaders and universities such as Ohio University and SenseICs. - From the moment students enter our school, they are immersed in a culture of college readiness and career exploration, gaining exposure to college pathways, industry expectations, and opportunities aligned with the OMJ Readiness Seal. - Learning is driven by meaningful, project-based experiences each quarter, allowing students to develop critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. - Students are supported in a personalized and caring environment where staff build strong relationships, ensuring that every student feels known, challenged, and supported both academically and personally. - The school intentionally develops leadership and character through structured programs, student-led initiatives, and experiences such as alumni panels, helping students build communication, time management, and leadership skills needed for long-term success. - Our students demonstrate that high achievement is possible without selective admissions, earning acceptances to competitive universities, including institutions such as MIT and Harvard. - We foster a culture of belonging paired with high expectations, where students are encouraged to work hard, support one another, and take pride in being part of a high-performing STEAM community.
Core Practices
| Core Practices | Length of Use |
|---|---|
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Career Advising & Support |
5+ years
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College Advising & Support |
5+ years
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Community And Workforce Partnerships |
3-4 years
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Industry-recognized Credentials |
5+ years
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Project-based Learning |
5+ years
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All Practices
Student Advisories
AI For Learning Materials
AI For Teacher Productivity
Anti-racist Practices
Apprenticeships
Assessments For Agency And Self-directed Learning
Assessments For Career Readiness
Career Exploration
Culturally Responsive Practices
Disaggregated Data On Student Participation
Early College High School
Extended Learning Time
Grading Policies Focus On Mastery
Higher Education Partnerships
All Courses Designed For Inclusion
Industry-aligned Learning Pathways
Internships
Individual Learning Paths
Mental Health Services
Micro-credentials And Badging
Multi-tiered System Of Support (MTSS) In Academics
Industry Networking
Peer To Peer Support
High Quality Instructional Materials
Reallocation Of Resources For Students Most In Need
Restorative Practices
School-based Enterprises
SEL Integration School-wide
Students Access Their Own Data
Self-paced Learning
Students Develop Projects
Trauma-informed Practices
Tutoring
Universal Design For Learning
Youth Employment Programs
Career Prep
key reasons for innovating
Address systemic inequities
Improve academic achievement
Improve school culture
Date Updated: 4/1/2026
*Canopy profile data is self-reported or sourced from NCES data, then verified by school leaders.