Serving 2,502 students in grades 9-12, Homestead Senior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homestead Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Homestead Senior High School's student population of 2,502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 132 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
132 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Homestead Senior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homestead Senior High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#69 out of 1755 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
5%
13%
White
77%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homestead Senior High School's ranking?
Homestead Senior High School is ranked #69 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Homestead Senior High School often compared to?
Homestead Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Homestead Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Homestead Senior High School is 94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Homestead Senior High School?
2,502 students attend Homestead Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Homestead Senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homestead Senior High School?
Homestead Senior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Homestead Senior High School offer ?
Homestead Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Homestead Senior High School part of?
Homestead Senior High School is part of MSD Southwest Allen County Schls School District.
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