HOMER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
579 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Homer Senior High School, located in the village of Homer, New York, serves as a core academic institution within the Homer Central School District. Situated in Cortland County, the school provides a comprehensive secondary education for students in grades 9 through 12, focusing on fostering a supportive learning environment that balances rigorous academics with extracurricular engagement. The school is deeply rooted in the local community, emphasizing character development, academic excellence, and the preparation of students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, vocational training, or the workforce.
The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, offering a range of challenging courses including Advanced Placement (AP) options and college-credit opportunities. Beyond the classroom, Homer Senior High School maintains a vibrant campus culture that encourages participation in athletics, the fine and performing arts, and various student-led clubs. By integrating tradition with modern educational practices, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded, socially responsible individuals who are equipped to thrive in a rapidly evolving global society.
The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, offering a range of challenging courses including Advanced Placement (AP) options and college-credit opportunities. Beyond the classroom, Homer Senior High School maintains a vibrant campus culture that encourages participation in athletics, the fine and performing arts, and various student-led clubs. By integrating tradition with modern educational practices, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded, socially responsible individuals who are equipped to thrive in a rapidly evolving global society.
579
Total Students
53.3
Full-Time Teachers
10.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 539 |
| Hispanic | 19 |
| Black | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 14 |
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White539 (93.4 %)
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Hispanic19 (3.3 %)
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Two or More14 (2.4 %)
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Asian3 (0.5 %)
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Black2 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | HOMER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (607)749-7246 |
| Website: | http://www.homercentral.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 579 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 53.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 195 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 18 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
180
Grade 10
125
Grade 11
125
Grade 12
144
Ungraded
5
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 180 |
| Grade 10 | 125 |
| Grade 11 | 125 |
| Grade 12 | 144 |
| Ungraded | 5 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 283 | 48.9% |
| Male | 294 | 50.8% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 0.3% |
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