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#227 of 1,356 schools in AL

Top 17% in state

Homewood High School

High School · Homewood City

1901 S Lakeshore Dr, Homewood, AL 35209

Enrollment

1,308

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#227 of 1,356

In Homewood

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Homewood City

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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8.4/10

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About Homewood High School

Homewood High School is a public high school in Homewood, AL, part of Homewood City. Homewood High School serves approximately 1,308 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Homewood High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #227 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Homewood High School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Homewood High School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Homewood High School (HHS) is a public high school located in Homewood, Alabama, a suburb of Birmingham. It serves students in grades 9–12 and is the only high school within the Homewood City School System 2 . Joel Henneke serves as the principal 2 . The school has undergone several construction and remodeling projects. In the summer of 2007, the front of the school was remodeled, and the Pathways Alternative School was constructed in the upper level of the student parking lot 2 . The front office and lobby were remodeled in the summer of 2008 2 . Additionally, construction on a new fine arts wing began in the summer of 2018 2 .
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How it compares3.3 pts above AL schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • AL avg 5.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
College Readiness7.6Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation30.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,899
Chronic Absenteeism11.1%

Homewood High School — Students at Homewood High School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
98%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
81%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
68%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Homewood High School Compares

See how Homewood High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
83th percentile in AL
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.5
Sports
24
12 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
107 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
30.1% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
12 boys'·12 girls'·43 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1901 S Lakeshore Dr, Homewood, AL 35209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Homewood High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ramsay High School (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Birmingham), a more accessible option. Additionally, Magic City Acceptance Academy (rated 4.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Birmingham), a more accessible option. For more schools in Homewood, see our Homewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Vestavia Hills Elementary East Vestavia 0.9 mi 9.4
ASCENSION EPISCOPAL KINDERGARTEN Vestavia 1.1 mi
OUR LADY OF SORROWS Birmingham 1.1 mi 6.0
Shades Cahaba Elementary School Homewood 1.2 mi 9.1
CREATIVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Birmingham 1.4 mi 7.4
Edgewood Elementary School Homewood 1.3 mi 9.3
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF ALABAMA Birmingham 1.8 mi 8.2
Homewood Middle School Homewood 1.7 mi 8.6
Jefferson County Virtual School Birmingham 1.9 mi 4.9
Vestavia Hills Elementary West Vestavia 1.9 mi 9.4
Mountain Brook Elementary School Mountain Brk 1.9 mi 9.4
Hall Kent Elementary School Homewood 2.0 mi 9.1
Ramsay High School Birmingham 2.6 mi 6.3
ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Birmingham 2.6 mi 5.8
Glen Iris Elementary School Birmingham 2.6 mi 4.8
Vestavia Hills High School Freshman Campus Vestavia Hills 2.7 mi 5.2
GLEN IRIS BAPTIST SCHOOL Birmingham 2.6 mi 7.8
Vestavia Hills Elementary Dolly Ridge Vestavia Hills 2.5 mi 9.6
Magic City Acceptance Academy Birmingham 2.4 mi 4.6
EPIC Alternative Elementary School Birmingham 2.7 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,383

Median Home Value

$465,600

Median Rent

$1,246/mo

Population

33,476

College Educated

54.4%

Homeownership

50%

Avg Commute

17.6 min

Poverty Rate

17%

Median Age

33.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Vestavia Hills High School Vestavia, AL 8.5
Mountain Brook High School Mountain Brk, AL 8.7
Spain Park High School Hoover, AL 8.0
HewittTrussville High School Trussville, AL 7.8
Gulf Shores High School Gulf Shores, AL 7.5
Hartselle High School Hartselle, AL 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Homewood High School

What grades does Homewood High School serve?

Homewood High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Homewood High School?

Homewood High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,308 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Homewood High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Homewood High School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Homewood High School rank in AL?

Homewood High School ranks #227 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Homewood High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Homewood High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Homewood High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Homewood High School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Homewood High School a charter school?

No, Homewood High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Homewood High School a Title I school?

No, Homewood High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Homewood High School?

29.0% of students at Homewood High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,308
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
107
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.1%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

Homewood City
District Enrollment
4,464
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,899
District Rank
#5 of 5

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