Serving 232 students in grades 5-8, Homer Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homer Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Homer Junior High School's student population of 232 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 90% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.
School Rankings
Homer Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homer Junior High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1204 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
87%
42%
White
8%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Claiborne Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fighting Pelicans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homer Junior High School's ranking?
Homer Junior High School is ranked #1204 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Homer Junior High School?
232 students attend Homer Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Homer Junior High School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Homer Junior High School?
Homer Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Homer Junior High School offer ?
Homer Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Homer Junior High School part of?
Homer Junior High School is part of Claiborne Parish School District.
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