Serving 264 students in grades 5-8, Homer Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Homer Middle School's student population of 264 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Homer Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homer Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2137 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homer Middle School's ranking?
Homer Middle School is ranked #2137 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Homer Middle School often compared to?
Homer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall Middle School, Marshall Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Homer Middle School?
264 students attend Homer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Homer Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homer Middle School?
Homer Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Homer Middle School offer ?
Homer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Homer Middle School part of?
Homer Middle School is part of Homer Community School District.
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