Serving 1,330 students in grades 9-12, Homewood High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Homewood High School's student population of 1,330 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Homewood High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homewood High School is 0.57, 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
#88 out of 1285 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
16%
32%
White
62%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #88 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Homewood High School often compared to?
Homewood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoover High School, Mountain Brook High School, Vestavia Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Homewood High School?
The graduation rate of Homewood High School is 92%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Homewood High School?
1,330 students attend Homewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Homewood High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
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
Schools Closed - Veterans Day
November 11, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed for Mid-Winter Break
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
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