Wayne High School is a public high school in Fort Wayne Community Schools, located in the southern suburbs of Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States.
Serving 1,417 students in grades 9-12, Wayne High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wayne High School's student population of 1,417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Motto
We believe every student deserves a high-quality education in a safe, caring environment.
School Rankings
Wayne High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne High School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1371 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
31%
13%
White
28%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: General Officer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne High School's ranking?
Wayne High School is ranked #1371 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Wayne High School often compared to?
Wayne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Side High School, R Nelson Snider High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wayne High School?
The graduation rate of Wayne High School is 90%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Wayne High School?
1,417 students attend Wayne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Wayne High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayne High School?
Wayne High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wayne High School offer ?
Wayne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne High School part of?
Wayne High School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
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