For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 1,568 students in Homer, AK.
The top ranked public schools in Homer, AK are Homer Middle School, Homer Flex School and Mcneil Canyon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Homer, AK public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Homer have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Homer, AK (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Homer Middle School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Sterling Hwy
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-5700
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-5700
Gr: 7-8 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Homer Flex School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4122 Ben Walters Ln
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-5558
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-5558
Gr: 9-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Mcneil Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
52188 East End Rd
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-8181
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-8181
Gr: K-6 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Fireweed Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
995 Soundview Ave
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 226-1260
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 226-1260
Gr: K-6 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Homer High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 E Fairview Ave
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-4600
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
West Homer Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
995 Soundview Ave Ste 1
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 226-1200
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 226-1200
Gr: 3-6 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #77.
Kachemak Selo School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
44032 Milton Rd #b11
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-5552
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-5552
Gr: PK-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #88.
Port Graham School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
63693 Graham Rd
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 284-2210
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 284-2210
Gr: PK-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #99.
Voznesenka School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
33002 Voznesenka Loop
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-8549
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-8549
Gr: PK-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #1010.
Nanwalek School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
63550 Alexandrovsky St
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 281-2210
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 281-2210
Gr: PK-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #1111.
Razdolna School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
31746 Basargin Rd
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-6870
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-6870
Gr: PK-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: n/an/a
1340 East End Rd
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 226-1801
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 226-1801
Gr: PK-2 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Homer, AK?
The top ranked public schools in Homer, AK include Homer Middle School, Homer Flex School and Mcneil Canyon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Homer?
12 public schools are located in Homer.
What is the racial composition of students in Homer?
Homer public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Which public schools in Homer are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Homer include: Paul Banks Elementary School vs. Fireweed Academy, Paul Banks Elementary School vs. Homer Middle School, Fireweed Academy vs. Paul Banks Elementary School
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