Homer Junior High School

58 Clinton St
Homer, NY 13077
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 388 students in grades 6-8, Homer Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 388 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Homer Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Homer Junior High School's student population of 388 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025

School Rankings

Homer Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homer Junior High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1967 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
56%
52%
49%
49%
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
91%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Homer Junior High School's ranking?
Homer Junior High School is ranked #1967 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Homer Junior High School?
388 students attend Homer Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Homer Junior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Homer Junior High School?
Homer Junior High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Homer Junior High School offer ?
Homer Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Homer Junior High School part of?
Homer Junior High School is part of Homer Central School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 388 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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