Serving 2,470 students in grades 9-12, Homestead High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homestead High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Homestead High School's student population of 2,470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Homestead High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homestead High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#190 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
6%
13%
White
76%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homestead High School's ranking?
Homestead High School is ranked #190 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Homestead High School often compared to?
Homestead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Homestead High School?
The graduation rate of Homestead High School is 94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Homestead High School?
2,470 students attend Homestead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Homestead High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homestead High School?
Homestead High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Homestead High School offer ?
Homestead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Homestead High School part of?
Homestead High School is part of MSD Southwest Allen County Schls School District.
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