Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Homer Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Homer Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Homer, NE, encompassing approximately 109.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Homer Elementary School's student population of 245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Homer Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homer Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#326 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homer Elementary School's ranking?
Homer Elementary School is ranked #326 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Homer Elementary School often compared to?
Homer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dakota City Elementary School, Cardinal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Homer Elementary School?
245 students attend Homer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Homer Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Homer Elementary School?
Homer Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Homer Elementary School offer ?
Homer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Homer Elementary School part of?
Homer Elementary School is part of Homer Community Schools.
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