Serving 1,405 students in grades 9-12, South 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 8% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Side High School serves the southern part of Fort Wayne, IN, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest distance being about 2.2 miles from its edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Side High School's student population of 1,405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,405 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1922
School Calendar
School Motto
'Once an Archer, always an Archer.'
School Rankings
South 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 South Side High School is 0.74, 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
#1610 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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
83%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Archer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Side High School's ranking?
South Side High School is ranked #1610 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Side High School often compared to?
South Side High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayne High School, North Side High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Side High School?
The graduation rate of South Side High School is 83%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend South Side High School?
1,405 students attend South Side High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of South Side High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Side High School?
South Side High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Side High School offer ?
South Side High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Side High School part of?
South Side High School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is South Side High School located?
South Side High School is located in the Oakdale neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
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