| Metric | Homewood City School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 4,371 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 5 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,413/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 13% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homewood City School District (this district) | 10/10 | 98th | 4,371 |
| Birmingham City School District | 2/10 | 13th | 21,130 |
| Vestavia Hills City School District | 10/10 | 99th | 7,069 |
| Mountain Brook City School District | 10/10 | 99th | 4,409 |
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Ranked against 109 rated districts in AL → → 6/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
- Edgewood Elementary School — 0.4 mi · Grades K–5 · 935 students
- Homewood Middle School — 0.8 mi · Grades 6–8 · 1,000 students
- Hall Kent Elementary School — 1.0 mi · Grades PK–5 · 717 students
- Homewood High School — 1.2 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,333 students
- Shades Cahaba Elementary School — 1.7 mi · Grades K–5 · 507 students
About Homewood City School District
Zip code 35209 in Birmingham, Alabama is served by Homewood City School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K–12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Homewood City School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Homewood City School District spent $15,413 per pupil in FY2024, above the Alabama state average of $13,627 and below the national average of $17,619 (US Census Bureau, Annual Survey of School System Finances). Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Homewood City School District is a mid-sized district with 5 schools serving students from Pre-K–12th. The district enrolls approximately 4,371 students in total. Mid-sized districts strike a balance between community-scale relationships and sufficient program breadth. Most offer core academic tracks, basic extracurricular programs, and adequate student support services.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Homewood City School District 10 out of 10 — top-tier among Alabama public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Alabama is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Homewood City School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Alabama on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 35209 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 35209
Children in zip code 35209 are assigned to Homewood City School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 35209, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Homewood City School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Alabama districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Birmingham
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Homewood City School District serves zip code 35209, homes in and around zip code 35209 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Alabama, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Homewood City School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 35209.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Homewood City School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 35209 data.