North Side High School

1,474 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.

1,474

Total Students

86.9

Full-Time Teachers

17.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

63.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for North Side High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	548
Hispanic	279
Black	387
Asian	88
Two or More	170
Pacific Islander	2

White
548 (37.2 %)
Black
387 (26.3 %)
Hispanic
279 (18.9 %)
Two or More
170 (11.5 %)
Asian
88 (6.0 %)
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:	1,474
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	86.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.0
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 9 392

Grade 10 330

Grade 11 389

Grade 12 363