School Overview
Homer High School, located at 600 E Fairview Ave in Homer, Alaska, serves as a central hub for secondary education within the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. Perched on the edge of the Kenai Peninsula overlooking Kachemak Bay, the school takes advantage of its unique coastal setting to offer students a blend of rigorous academic standards and distinct Alaskan outdoor experiences. As the primary high school for the Homer community, it fosters a close-knit environment that emphasizes community involvement, extracurricular engagement, and preparing students for both collegiate paths and vocational careers.

The school is well-regarded for its diverse range of programs, which include strong athletic departments, arts initiatives, and vocational-technical training that reflects the region's economy. By leveraging its connection to the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, Homer High provides students with access to both local resources and broader district-wide support systems. Whether through its focus on academic excellence or its commitment to integrating students into the vibrant, nature-focused culture of Homer, the school serves as a cornerstone of the community, helping students navigate the transition from adolescence to adulthood in a supportive, geographically isolated, yet globally connected setting.
357
Total Students
19.1
Full-Time Teachers
18.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Homer High School
Demographic Student Count
White254
Hispanic23
Black1
Asian5
Two or More55
American Indian18
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    254 (71.1%)
  • Two or More
    55 (15.4%)
  • Hispanic
    23 (6.4%)
  • American Indian
    18 (5.0%)
  • Asian
    5 (1.4%)
  • Black
    1 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
Phone: (907)235-4600
Website: http://www.kpbsd.k12.ak.us/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 357
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 106
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 18
Grades Taught
Grade 9 94
Grade 10 95
Grade 11 91
Grade 12 77

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Homer High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 994
Grade 1095
Grade 1191
Grade 1277
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Homer High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17047.6%
Male18752.4%