For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 259 students in Homer, IL.
The top ranked public school in Homer, IL is Heritage Jh And Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Homer, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Homer have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Homer, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heritage Jh And Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
512 W 1st St
Homer, IL 61849
(217) 896-2421
Homer, IL 61849
(217) 896-2421
Grades: PK-8
| 259 students
Homer, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
512 West 1st St
Homer, IL 61849
(217) 896-2421
Homer, IL 61849
(217) 896-2421
Grades: 6-8
| 114 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Homer, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Homer, IL include Heritage Jh And Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Homer?
1 public schools are located in Homer.
What is the racial composition of students in Homer?
Homer public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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