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Homer Intermediate School

Elementary School · HOMER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 500, Homer, NY 13077

Enrollment

409

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,662 of 4,742

In Homer

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

HOMER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Homer Intermediate School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Homer · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.0/10

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6.8/10

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About Homer Intermediate School

Homer Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Homer, NY, part of HOMER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Homer Intermediate School serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Homer Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,662 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Homer Intermediate School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.2 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,588
Chronic Absenteeism13.4%

Homer Intermediate School — Students at Homer Intermediate School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 42.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
88%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
23%
ELA
29%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
28%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
46.8%
ELA
51.3%
2022
Math
44.2%
ELA
33.7%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Homer Intermediate School Compares

See how Homer Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in NY
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

Location

PO BOX 500, Homer, NY 13077

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Homer Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GROTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Groton), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Cortland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Homer, see our Homer schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HOMER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Homer 0.0 mi 6.0
HOMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Homer 0.5 mi 6.8
HOMER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Homer 1.0 mi 8.2
FE SMITH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cortland 2.2 mi 4.9
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Cortland 2.6 mi 6.6
CORTLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cortland 2.7 mi 5.8
RANDALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cortland 3.4 mi 5.7
CORTLAND HIGH SCHOOL Cortland 3.8 mi 7.8
CORTLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cortland 3.8 mi 7.0
FRANKLYN S BARRY PRIMARY SCHOOL Cortland 3.9 mi 3.4
MCGRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mcgraw 5.5 mi 6.5
MCGRAW SECONDARY SCHOOL Mcgraw 5.7 mi 7.7
SUNNY MEADOWS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Groton 6.1 mi
CASSAVANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden 8.5 mi 3.7
TRUXTON ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Truxton 9.1 mi 2.0
TULLY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Tully 11.1 mi 5.9
TULLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tully 11.2 mi 5.6
GROTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Groton 9.8 mi 7.6
DRYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden 12.0 mi 6.0
DRYDEN HIGH SCHOOL Dryden 11.8 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

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BOLIVAR-RICHBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richburg, NY 6.0
BREWERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY 6.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Homer Intermediate School

What grades does Homer Intermediate School serve?

Homer Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Homer Intermediate School?

Homer Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Homer Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Homer Intermediate School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Homer Intermediate School rank in NY?

Homer Intermediate School ranks #2,662 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Homer Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Homer Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Homer Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Homer Intermediate School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Homer Intermediate School a charter school?

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

Is Homer Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Homer Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Homer Intermediate School?

42.1% of students at Homer Intermediate 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
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Cortland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

District

HOMER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,864
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,588
District Rank
#3 of 4

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