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#1901 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 40% in state
Based on limited data
Homer Elementary School
Elementary School · HOMER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 500, Homer, NY 13077
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,901 of 4,742
In Homer
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
HOMER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Homer Elementary School
Homer Elementary School is a public elementary school in Homer, NY, part of HOMER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Homer Elementary School serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Homer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,901 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Homer Elementary School Compares
See how Homer Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 500, Homer, NY 13077
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Homer Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GROTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Groton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Cortland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MCGRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Mcgraw), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Homer, see our Homer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOMER INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Homer | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| HOMER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Homer | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| HOMER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Homer | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| FE SMITH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cortland | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Cortland | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CORTLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cortland | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| RANDALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cortland | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| CORTLAND HIGH SCHOOL Cortland | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| CORTLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cortland | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| FRANKLYN S BARRY PRIMARY SCHOOL Cortland | 3.4 mi | 3.4 |
| MCGRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mcgraw | 5.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MCGRAW SECONDARY SCHOOL Mcgraw | 5.3 mi | 7.7 |
| SUNNY MEADOWS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Groton | 6.2 mi | — |
| CASSAVANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden | 8.3 mi | 3.7 |
| TRUXTON ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Truxton | 9.2 mi | 2.0 |
| TULLY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Tully | 11.6 mi | 5.9 |
| TULLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tully | 11.7 mi | 5.6 |
| GROTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Groton | 9.7 mi | 7.6 |
| DRYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden | 11.7 mi | 6.0 |
| DRYDEN HIGH SCHOOL Dryden | 11.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13077 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,111
Median Home Value
$168,800
Median Rent
$1,133/mo
Population
6,567
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
78.3%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
49
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALDEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Alden, NY | 6.8 |
| APALACHIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apalachin, NY | 6.8 |
| CROMPOND SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 6.8 |
| DOWS LANE (K-3) SCHOOL Irvington, NY | 6.8 |
| DUANESBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delanson, NY | 6.8 |
| EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach, NY | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Homer Elementary School
What grades does Homer Elementary School serve?
Homer Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Homer Elementary School?
Homer Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Homer Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Homer Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Homer Elementary School rank in NY?
Homer Elementary School ranks #1,901 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Homer Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Homer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Homer Elementary School a charter school?
No, Homer Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Homer Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Homer Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Homer Elementary School?
42.6% of students at Homer Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 465
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Cortland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.4%
- Phone
- (607) 749-1250
Resources & Links
District
HOMER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,864
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,588
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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