Serving 191 students in grades 7-12, Homer High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Homer High School's student population of 191 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Homer High School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homer High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#450 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
20%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
71%
62%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homer High School's ranking?
Homer High School is ranked #450 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Homer High School?
The graduation rate of Homer High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Homer High School?
191 students attend Homer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Homer High School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Homer High School?
Homer High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Homer High School offer ?
Homer High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Homer High School part of?
Homer High School is part of Homer Community Schools.
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