Fireweed Academy vs Paul Banks Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alaska, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fireweed Academy
Homer · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
104 students
Paul Banks Elementary
Homer · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
189 students
| Measure | Fireweed Academy Homer, Alaska | Paul Banks Elementary Homer, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #45 of 159 | #42 of 159 |
| National rank | #15521 of 50,301 | #15393 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 104 | 189 |
| Enrollment | 104 | 189 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.3% | 40.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | Homer | Homer |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (63.9 vs 64.1).
- •Paul Banks Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.7% vs 42.3%).
- •Paul Banks Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 14.9).
- •Paul Banks Elementary is the larger school with 189 students compared with 104.
- •Fireweed Academy is a charter school while Paul Banks Elementary 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 Paul Banks Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Fireweed Academy and Paul Banks Elementary?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Homer and Homer in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fireweed Academy: 104. Paul Banks Elementary: 189. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fireweed Academy and Paul Banks Elementary rank in Alaska?
Fireweed Academy is 45th of 159 and Paul Banks Elementary is 42nd of 159 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).