North Side High School is a secondary school in the Fort Wayne school system, serving the north central neighborhoods of Fort Wayne.
Serving 1,383 students in grades 9-12, North Side High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Side High School serves the north part of Fort Wayne, IN, covering an attendance zone of approximately 14.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 3.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Side High School's student population of 1,383 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,383 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Side High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Side High School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1441 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Legends
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Side High School's ranking?
North Side High School is ranked #1441 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are North Side High School often compared to?
North Side High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R Nelson Snider High School, Northrop High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Side High School?
The graduation rate of North Side High School is 85%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend North Side High School?
1,383 students attend North Side High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of North Side High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Side High School?
North Side High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Side High School offer ?
North Side High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Side High School part of?
North Side High School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is North Side High School located?
North Side High School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Northside.
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