Homer Central High School is a grades 9-12 high school which is part of the Homer Central School District in Homer, New York. The current principal is Douglas VanEtten with Jim McGory appointed as vice principal. Tammy Reed is the administrative secretary. The school mascot is a Trojan warrior.
Serving 558 students in grades 9-12, Homer Senior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 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 (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homer Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Homer Senior High School's student population of 558 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Homer Senior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homer Senior 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#415 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
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 Senior High School's ranking?
Homer Senior High School is ranked #415 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Homer Senior High School often compared to?
Homer Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cortland High School, Marathon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Homer Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Homer Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Homer Senior High School?
558 students attend Homer Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Homer Senior 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 Senior High School?
Homer Senior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Homer Senior High School offer ?
Homer Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Homer Senior High School part of?
Homer Senior High School is part of Homer Central School District.
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