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Wayne High School

High School · Fort Wayne Community Schools

9100 Winchester Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46819

Enrollment

1,417

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#920 of 1,823

In Fort Wayne

#28 of 74

public schools

In district

#14 of 49

Fort Wayne Community Schools

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Wayne High School

6.4/10

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

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About Wayne High School

Wayne High School is a public high school in Fort Wayne, IN, part of Fort Wayne Community Schools. Wayne High School serves approximately 1,417 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Wayne High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #920 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Wayne High School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • IN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Wayne High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
College Readiness5.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%
AP Participation6.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,569
Chronic Absenteeism34.8%

Wayne High School — Students at Wayne High School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.7% (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
25%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
13%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Wayne High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in IN
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
96 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
6.2% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·34 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

9100 Winchester Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46819

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wayne High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BISHOP LUERS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Side High School (rated 5.8/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Miami Middle School Fort Wayne 1.4 mi 4.7
Maplewood Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.6 mi 6.0
Jeff H Towles Intermediate School Fort Wayne 2.2 mi 5.7
BISHOP LUERS HIGH SCHOOL Fort Wayne 2.2 mi 8.4
ST THERESE SCHOOL Fort Wayne 2.0 mi 8.0
LUTHERAN SOUTH UNITY SCHOOL Fort Wayne 2.4 mi 6.9
Waynedale Elementary School Fort Wayne 2.1 mi 4.5
Levan R Scott Academy Fort Wayne 2.6 mi 3.5
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST Fort Wayne 2.9 mi 7.1
Harrison Hill Elementary School Fort Wayne 3.1 mi 5.8
Merle J Abbett Elementary School Fort Wayne 3.3 mi 3.1
South Side High School Fort Wayne 3.6 mi 5.8
Timothy L Johnson Academy Fort Wayne 3.3 mi 5.0
Timothy L. Johnson Academy Middle Fort Wayne 3.3 mi 6.9
Kekionga Middle School Fort Wayne 3.6 mi 4.0
South Wayne Elementary School Fort Wayne 4.0 mi 4.7
Fairfield Elementary School Fort Wayne 4.1 mi 4.9
Weisser Park Elementary School Fort Wayne 4.0 mi 6.7
John S Irwin Elementary School Fort Wayne 3.9 mi 6.8
Whitney M Young Early Childhood Fort Wayne 4.2 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46819 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,618

Median Home Value

$157,100

Median Rent

$948/mo

Population

9,318

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

67.9%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

42.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wayne High School

What grades does Wayne High School serve?

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

How many students attend Wayne High School?

Wayne High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,417 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Wayne High School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wayne High School rank in IN?

Wayne High School ranks #920 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Wayne High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wayne High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Wayne High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wayne High School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Wayne High School a charter school?

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

Is Wayne High School a Title I school?

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

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

64.9% of students at Wayne 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,417
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
96
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Allen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.8%
4-Year Graduation
90.0%

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