NORWELL HIGH SCHOOL
Norwell High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Norwell Community Schools school district, located in Ossian, IN with about 802 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, Norwell High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Norwell High School, located in Ossian, Indiana, serves as a central educational hub for the Northern Wells Community School Corporation. Known for its strong commitment to both academic excellence and extracurricular engagement, the school provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. The campus serves a dedicated student body from the surrounding rural and suburban communities, fostering an environment that emphasizes community pride, school spirit, and a well-rounded educational experience.
Beyond its classroom offerings, Norwell High School is widely recognized for its robust athletics program and active student organizations. The school consistently promotes a culture of involvement, encouraging students to participate in competitive sports, performing arts, and vocational training initiatives. With a focus on preparing students for the challenges of the modern workforce and higher education, Norwell remains a focal point for families in Wells County, balancing traditional academic standards with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
For more information, contact Norwell High School at (260) 543-2213 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Ossian, IN 46777-9668
(260) 543-2213
NORWELL HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Ossian, IN with about 802 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Indiana
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Norwell Community Schools
- Total Students:
- 802
- Teachers:
- 39.7
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 802 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending NORWELL HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.
- White
- 91.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.9%
- Two or more races
- 2.1%
- Black or African American
- 1.5%
- Asian
- 1.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 50.1%
- Male
- 49.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.