Homewood Middle School

Homewood Middle School serves 974 students in grades 6-8 in the heart of Homewood, Alabama, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing middle schools. With a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1 and 63 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an intimate learning environment while achieving impressive academic results. The school ranks #61 out of 1,360 schools statewide, placing it in the 96th percentile with a strong MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10.

Students demonstrate particularly strong performance in English Language Arts, with 74% achieving proficiency or above across all grade levels. Math performance shows 52% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards, providing a solid foundation for high school preparation. Located at 395 Mecca Avenue, Homewood Middle School draws from a well-educated community where 63% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The surrounding ZIP code 35209 reflects a stable, affluent area with a median household income of $74,742 and median home values of $436,100, while maintaining a relatively low poverty rate of 11.2%. The school operates in Jefferson County's large suburban setting, benefiting from the resources and opportunities that come with serving nearly 30,000 residents in an established, education-focused community.