Homewood High School serves 1,267 students in grades 9-12.
Homewood High School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homewood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Homewood High School's student population of 1,267 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Homewood High School is ranked within the top 10% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Homewood High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#80 out of 1276 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
16%
32%
White
64%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homewood High School's ranking?
Homewood High School is ranked #80 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Homewood High School?
The graduation rate of Homewood High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Homewood High School?
1,267 students attend Homewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Homewood High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homewood High School?
Homewood High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Homewood High School offer ?
Homewood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Homewood High School part of?
Homewood High School is part of Homewood City School District.
School Calendar
View the Homewood High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break - Schools Closed
October 06, 2023 (Friday)
Fall Break - Schools Closed
October 09, 2023 (Monday)
Veterans Day (Observed) - Schools Closed
November 10, 2023 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break - No Students
November 20, 2023 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No Students
November 21, 2023 (Tuesday)
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