Fireweed Academy vs Homer Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 717 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fireweed Academy
Homer · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
104 students
Homer Middle School
Homer · Public middle · Grades 7–8
205 students
| Measure | Fireweed Academy Homer, Alaska | Homer Middle School Homer, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #45 of 159 | #1 of 31 |
| National rank | #15521 of 50,301 | #2910 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 104 | 205 |
| Enrollment | 104 | 205 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.3% | 39% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 57% |
| city | Homer | Homer |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Homer Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.1 vs 63.9).
- •Homer Middle School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Homer Middle School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Homer Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39% vs 42.3%).
- •Homer Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 14.9).
- •Homer Middle School is the larger school with 205 students compared with 104.
- •Fireweed Academy is a charter school while Homer Middle School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Fireweed Academy better than Homer Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Homer Middle School ranks higher (72.1 vs 63.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Fireweed Academy and Homer Middle School?
About 717 m in a straight line, between Homer and Homer in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fireweed Academy: 104. Homer Middle School: 205. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fireweed Academy and Homer Middle School rank in Alaska?
Fireweed Academy is 45th of 159 and Homer Middle School is 1st of 31 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).