Serving 204 students in grades 3-6, West Homer Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Homer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Homer Elementary School's student population of 204 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Homer Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Homer Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#130 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
78%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Homer Elementary School's ranking?
West Homer Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend West Homer Elementary School?
204 students attend West Homer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of West Homer Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Homer Elementary School?
West Homer Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Homer Elementary School offer ?
West Homer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Homer Elementary School part of?
West Homer Elementary School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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