Founded in 1972, Homewood High School serves students from ninth to 12th grade. It is the only public high school in the Homewood City School System. Homewood High’s mission is to educate and empower all students to reach their unique potential which they achieve by creating a caring and challenging environment. Homewood High School offers eight pre-advanced placement classes and 20 advanced placement classes.
It has been named a top-ranking school in college readiness preparation by the Washington Post and was ranked fifth in college readiness in Alabama. In addition to a rigorous academic curriculum, students are provided with numerous opportunities for extracurricular activities and hold state championship titles in multiple athletic sports. The Homewood Patriot Band is nationally recognized for performances and regularly travels internationally to showcase its extraordinary musical skill.
Homewood High has a 96% graduation rate, with 80% of students pursuing higher education. Like all schools within the Homewood City School System, this high school is a major incentive for relocating families who search for quality education for their children.
Homewood High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
1901 Lakeshore Dr S,
Homewood, AL
Homewood City Schools
School Details
Head of School
Dr Kevin James Maddox
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1180
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
66%
Reading Proficiency
68%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
93%
Annual Tuition
$0
Niche Grade
A
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B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
68%
Math Proficiency
66%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
108
Full Time Teachers
108
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1180
Math
590
Verbal
590
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
28
Reading
28
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
18
AP Pass Rate
76.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
13.5%
State Average
27.8%
Science
14.8%
State Average
21.8%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
382:1
Student Diversity
Male
51.4%
Female
48.6%
White
62.3%
Black
16%
Hispanic
13.7%
Two or more races
6.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.8%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Auburn University
411 Students
The University of Alabama
323 Students
University of Alabama - Birmingham
290 Students
University of Mississippi
115 Students
Mississippi State University
111 Students
University of South Alabama
107 Students
Samford University
101 Students
Troy University
92 Students
Vanderbilt University
89 Students
University of Montevallo
84 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
139 Students
Psychology
126 Students
Nursing
76 Students
Biology
76 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
67 Students
Engineering
50 Students
Computer Science
45 Students
Chemistry
41 Students
Political Science and Government
40 Students
Pre-Law Studies
36 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/26/2025
I am a product of Homewood public schools. Overall my experience here was great, I have no complaints.
1/26/2025
I am very thankful for my time at Homewood High School. It has been an amazing four years and the teachers and faculty have been so great. I can't imagine going to school anywhere else and feel very blessed to have been able to attend such a wonderful and life changing school.
6/9/2024
I'm a graduate of HHSand I'm thrilled that my son will graduate from the high school as well! I have no doubt he is receiving the best public education possible and he will be ready for college or possible opportunities in his future! They give him so many different opportunities to learn about subjects that he has interest in in addition to the regular and advanced academic courses he needs to succeed at the college level!
GreatSchools Reviews
2/25/2016
The leadership at the school and in the district lacks structure and any true concern for the students. The assistant administrator for the freshman is a bully and the principal hides in the office. I have had nothing but bad experiences with the teachers and adminsitrators there. I will say that th...
3/26/2015
I love Homewood High. Teachers are amazing, students learn a lot, they offer many AP classes and extracurriculars. Such a great school. I couldn't imagine bein anywhere else.
10/9/2014
this school is garbage after the rapid decline of leadership in the past 3 years of Barnes' leadership.
11/20/2011
This is by far the best school in state. From the elementary school thru high school, this school system emphasizes character development along with education. I am a Homewood graduate that went to Shades Cahaba now my children are going thru the system. What I love the most about it is that any stu...
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List Price Range
$368K - $1.6M
Homes For Sale
0
Average Home Value
$606,606
Median Lot Size
9,583 Sq Ft
Average House Size
2,468 Sq Ft
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$699 - $2,139 per month
- Valora at Homewood
- 1 - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
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- Homewood, AL
Additional Schools in the Area
- K to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 11th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Vestavia Hills Parks & Rec
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
Loch Haven Dog Park
- Dog Park
Georgetown Lake Park
- Grills
- Playground
McCallum Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Veterans Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Homewood Soccer Park
- Soccer
- Parking Lot
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Homewood High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Homewood, AL, in the Vestavia Hills neighborhood, and is served by the Homewood City Schools in Alabama. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,308 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 66% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 68% are proficient in reading. Homewood High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1180 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $606,606. Discover additional schools in the area, like Jefferson County Virtual School, Ramsay High School, Islamic Academy Of Alabama, and more. Learn more about what Homewood has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Homewood High School.