Fireweed Academy vs West Homer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alaska, United States, 0 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
West Homer Elementary
Homer · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
211 students
| Measure | Fireweed Academy Homer, Alaska | West Homer Elementary Homer, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #45 of 159 | #37 of 159 |
| National rank | #15521 of 50,301 | #14222 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 104 | 211 |
| Enrollment | 104 | 211 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.3% | 46.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 56% |
| city | Homer | Homer |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Homer Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.9 vs 63.9).
- •West Homer Elementary does better on math proficiency (56% vs 52%).
- •Fireweed Academy does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 61%).
- •Fireweed Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.3% vs 46.4%).
- •West Homer Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.9).
- •West Homer Elementary is the larger school with 211 students compared with 104.
- •Fireweed Academy is a charter school while West Homer 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 West Homer Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), West Homer Elementary ranks higher (65.9 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 West Homer Elementary?
About 0 m in a straight line, between Homer and Homer in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fireweed Academy: 104. West Homer Elementary: 211. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fireweed Academy and West Homer Elementary rank in Alaska?
Fireweed Academy is 45th of 159 and West Homer Elementary is 37th of 159 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).