Serving 926 students in grades 6-8, Homewood Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homewood Middle 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 Middle School's student population of 926 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
926 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Homewood Middle 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 Middle School is 0.54, 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
#94 out of 1285 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
17%
32%
White
65%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homewood Middle School's ranking?
Homewood Middle School is ranked #94 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Homewood Middle School often compared to?
Homewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Brook Junior 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 29% AL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Homewood Middle School?
926 students attend Homewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Homewood Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homewood Middle School?
Homewood Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Homewood Middle School offer ?
Homewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Homewood Middle School part of?
Homewood Middle School is part of Homewood City School District.
School Calendar
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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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