Homewood High School ranked #106 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #43 in 2010 and fluctuating within the top 20% overall since 2014.
Math proficiency stood at 60% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, though it declined from 73% in 2019; reading proficiency was 68%, higher than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment accounted for 36% of 1,308 students, with free lunch eligibility increasing to 25% in 2023 from 5% in 2000, indicating a socioeconomic shift.
The school served grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 in 2023, reflecting stable class sizes amid enrollment growth from 981 students in 1999 to 1,330 in 2023.
Homewood High School's 2023 graduation rate was 93%, higher than the Alabama state average of 88%, maintaining performance above the state level over the past decade.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Birmingham area neighborhoods with most students residing within a 5-10 minute drive (average distance 2.2 miles, furthest 4 miles).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homewood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Homewood High School's student population of 1,333 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Homewood High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homewood High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#106 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
16%
31%
White
65%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Homewood City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homewood High School's ranking?
Homewood High School is ranked #106 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Homewood High School often compared to?
Homewood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoover High School, Mountain Brook High School, Vestavia Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Homewood High School?
The graduation rate of Homewood High School is 93%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Homewood High School?
1,333 students attend Homewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Homewood High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Homewood High School?
Homewood High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Homewood High School offer ?
Homewood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Homewood High School part of?
Homewood High School is part of Homewood City School District.
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