For the 2026 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 32% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), 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 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Homer, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heritage Jh And Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
512 W 1st St
Homer, IL 61849
(217) 896-2421
Homer, IL 61849
(217) 896-2421
Gr: PK-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Homer, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
512 West 1st St
Homer, IL 61849
(217) 896-2421
Homer, IL 61849
(217) 896-2421
Gr: 6-8 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
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 55% (majority Hispanic).
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