Best Schools in Homer, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Heritage Jh and Elem Sch
Elementary · Heritage Cusd 8. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$156,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$156,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Homer
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heritage Jh and Elem Sch | 7.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $95,000
- Median home value
- $156,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Homer compares
Median household income
$95k
116% of Illinois median
About Schools in Homer, Illinois
Homer, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Homer perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Homer is Heritage Jh and Elem Sch with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Homer is served by 1 school district: Heritage CUSD 8. These districts collectively serve 380 students.
Homer's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $95,000. The poverty rate in the area is 8.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 259 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.2 |
Schools in Homer
Homer, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$95,000
Median Home Value
$156,300
Median Rent
$956/mo
Population
1,882
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Community Profile
Homer has a median household income of $95,000. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $156,300, with a median rent of $956/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Homer, Illinois
How many schools are in Homer, Illinois?
Homer has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Homer, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Homer is 7.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Homer, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Homer on MySchoolScout is Heritage Jh and Elem Sch with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Homer, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Homer on MySchoolScout is Heritage Jh and Elem Sch with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Homer, Illinois?
Homer is served by 1 school district: Heritage Cusd 8.
What is the education level in Homer, Illinois?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Homer have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Homer, Illinois?
The median household income in Homer is approximately $95,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Homer, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Homer is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Homer, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.