Homer High School is located in Homer, Alaska. It is part of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. The school's mascot is a mariner, usually represented by a wheel or sometimes an anchor.
Serving 365 students in grades 9-12, Homer High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Homer High School's student population of 365 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Homer High School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homer High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#184 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mariner
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homer High School's ranking?
Homer High School is ranked #184 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Homer High School?
The graduation rate of Homer High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Homer High School?
365 students attend Homer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Homer High School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homer High School?
Homer High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Homer High School offer ?
Homer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Homer High School part of?
Homer High School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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