PAUL HARDING JR HIGH SCHOOL

Paul Harding Jr High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the East Allen County Schools school district, located in Ft Wayne, IN with about 360 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 26 teachers, Paul Harding Jr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Paul Harding Junior High School, located at 6501 Wayne Trace in Fort Wayne, Indiana, serves as a key educational institution within the East Allen County Schools (EACS) district. As a junior high facility, it is dedicated to supporting the developmental transition of students during their early adolescent years, focusing on building a strong academic foundation while fostering personal and social growth. The school is situated in a historically significant area of Fort Wayne, providing a central hub for the surrounding community's youth.

The school environment at Paul Harding is designed to prepare students for the challenges of high school through a structured curriculum that emphasizes core subjects, elective opportunities, and extracurricular activities. By balancing academic rigor with programs aimed at student engagement, the school strives to create a supportive culture where students can explore their interests and develop the study habits necessary for future success. As part of the broader EACS network, the school benefits from district-wide resources and initiatives aimed at closing achievement gaps and promoting student well-being.

For more information, contact Paul Harding Jr High School at (260) 446-0240 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.