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#278 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 15% in state

Homestead High School

High School · MSD Southwest Allen County Schls

4310 Homestead Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46814

Enrollment

2,408

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

8.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#278 of 1,823

In Fort Wayne

#6 of 74

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

MSD Southwest Allen County Schls

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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8.1/10

High School in Fort Wayne · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Homestead High School

Homestead High School is a public high school in Fort Wayne, IN, part of MSD Southwest Allen County Schls. Homestead High School serves approximately 2,408 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Homestead High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #278 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Homestead High School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.9
  • IN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Homestead High School is a large school: 2,408 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness8.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation22.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,322
Chronic Absenteeism7.5%

Homestead High School — Students at Homestead High School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 85.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
98%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
98%
ELA
91%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
84%
2022
Math
52%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.

How Homestead High School Compares

See how Homestead High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
85th percentile in IN
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
23
11 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
138 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
22.3% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
11 boys'·12 girls'·23 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4310 Homestead Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46814

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Homestead High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Aboite Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arcola School (rated 9.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Arcola), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Haverhill Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Summit Middle School Fort Wayne 0.2 mi 7.2
ST Fort Wayne 0.2 mi 6.8
eSACS Virtual School Fort Wayne 0.3 mi 5.8
Aboite Elementary School Fort Wayne 0.3 mi 9.4
Haverhill Elementary School Fort Wayne 0.9 mi 8.6
Deer Ridge Elementary Fort Wayne 2.0 mi 8.1
Covington Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.8 mi 5.4
Woodside Middle School Fort Wayne 2.0 mi 5.8
EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne 1.9 mi 5.8
Whispering Meadow Elementary Sch Fort Wayne 3.0 mi 4.5
Lafayette Meadow School Roanoke 3.3 mi 8.1
Arcola School Arcola 4.2 mi 9.0
CANTERBURY SCHOOL Fort Wayne 4.0 mi 8.6
ABOITE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roanoke 5.3 mi 6.8
ROANOKE BAPTIST SCHOOL Roanoke 5.8 mi 5.9
Lindley Elementary School Fort Wayne 5.3 mi 5.7
Portage Middle School Fort Wayne 5.4 mi 4.9
Kekionga Middle School Fort Wayne 5.7 mi 4.0
Indian Village Elementary School Fort Wayne 5.8 mi 5.0
Waynedale Elementary School Fort Wayne 6.2 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46814 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$143,245

Median Home Value

$383,000

Median Rent

$1,249/mo

Population

16,906

College Educated

61.7%

Homeownership

92.2%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

37

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Homestead High School

What grades does Homestead High School serve?

Homestead High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Homestead High School?

Homestead High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,408 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Homestead High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Homestead High School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Homestead High School rank in IN?

Homestead High School ranks #278 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Homestead High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Homestead High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Homestead High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Homestead High School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Homestead High School a charter school?

No, Homestead High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Homestead High School a Title I school?

No, Homestead High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Homestead High School?

21.2% of students at Homestead High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,408
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
138
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Allen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.5%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

MSD Southwest Allen County Schls
District Enrollment
7,555
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,322
District Rank
#3 of 10

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