North Side High School

1,383 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

North Side High School, located at 475 E State St in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a historic institution serving as a prominent part of the Fort Wayne Community Schools district. Known for its distinct architectural style and long-standing presence in the community, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a wide variety of extracurricular programs. It serves a diverse student body, fostering an environment that emphasizes both college and career readiness through its various pathways and educational opportunities.

Beyond its academic offerings, North Side High School is well-regarded for its school spirit and tradition. The school maintains active athletic programs, performing arts groups, and student organizations that contribute to a vibrant campus culture. By balancing its rich historical heritage with modern educational standards, the school remains a focal point for secondary education in the Fort Wayne area, striving to prepare its students for success in an increasingly competitive world.

1,383

Total Students

76.9

Full-Time Teachers

18.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

67.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for North Side High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	437
Hispanic	323
Black	383
Asian	69
Two or More	167
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	2

White
437 (31.6%)
Black
383 (27.7%)
Hispanic
323 (23.4%)
Two or More
167 (12.1%)
Asian
69 (5.0%)
American Indian
2 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Fort Wayne Community Schools
Phone:	(260)467-2800
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,383
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	76.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	829
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	103

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 368

Grade 10 360

Grade 11 344

Grade 12 311

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for North Side High School
Grade	Student Count
Grade 9	368
Grade 10	360
Grade 11	344
Grade 12	311

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for North Side High School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	667	48.2%
Male	716	51.8%

High School 9th - 12th

eSACS Virtual School

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91 Students

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High School 6th - 12th