For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 986 students in Homer, AK.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Homer, AK are Mcneil Canyon Elementary School, Fireweed Academy and West Homer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Homer, AK public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Alaska public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Homer have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public elementary school average of 54% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Homer, AK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcneil Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
52188 East End Rd
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-8181
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-8181
Gr: K-6 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Fireweed Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
995 Soundview Ave
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 226-1260
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 226-1260
Gr: K-6 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
West Homer Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
995 Soundview Ave Ste 1
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 226-1200
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 226-1200
Gr: 3-6 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Kachemak Selo School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
44032 Milton Rd #b11
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-5552
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-5552
Gr: PK-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #55.
Port Graham School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
63693 Graham Rd
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 284-2210
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 284-2210
Gr: PK-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #66.
Voznesenka School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
33002 Voznesenka Loop
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-8549
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-8549
Gr: PK-12 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #77.
Nanwalek School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
63550 Alexandrovsky St
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 281-2210
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 281-2210
Gr: PK-12 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #88.
Razdolna School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
31746 Basargin Rd
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-6870
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 235-6870
Gr: PK-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: n/an/a
1340 East End Rd
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 226-1801
Homer, AK 99603
(907) 226-1801
Gr: PK-2 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Homer, AK?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Homer, AK include Mcneil Canyon Elementary School, Fireweed Academy and West Homer Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Homer?
9 public elementary schools are located in Homer.
What is the racial composition of students in Homer?
Homer public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public elementary schools average of 54% (majority American Indian).
Which public elementary schools in Homer are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Homer include: Paul Banks Elementary School vs. Fireweed Academy, Fireweed Academy vs. Paul Banks Elementary School
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