Homer Middle School

500 Sterling Hwy
Homer, AK 99603
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 184 students in grades 7-8, Homer Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 184 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 30% in AK
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Homer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Homer Middle School's student population of 184 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
184 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
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School Rankings

Homer Middle 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 Homer Middle 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.
This School
State Level (AK)
#128 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
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30-34%
23%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Homer Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
45-49%
29%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Homer Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
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American Indian
4%
21%
This chart displays the percentage of American Indian students in Homer Middle School and percentage of American Indian public school students in Alaska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
2%
8%
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Black
n/a
2%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Homer Middle School and the percentage of Black public school students in Alaska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
White
75%
47%
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Hawaiian
n/a
3%
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Two or more races
18%
14%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Alaska.
0.41
This chart displays the diversity score of Homer Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Alaska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Homer Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Alaska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Homer Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Alaska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Homer Middle School's ranking?
Homer Middle School is ranked #128 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Homer Middle School often compared to?
Homer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Banks Elementary School, Fireweed Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Homer Middle School?
184 students attend Homer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Homer Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homer Middle School?
Homer Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Homer Middle School offer ?
Homer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Homer Middle School part of?
Homer Middle School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.

School Reviews

4   3/2/2019
This school has made me feel involved. The atmosphere is fun and relaxing. The teachers are the best. Thanks Homer Middle, I''ll miss you in high school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Damon Weisser

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 184 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

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