South Side High School vs Wayne High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 5.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Side High School
Fort Wayne · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,405 students
Wayne High School
Fort Wayne · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,398 students
| Measure | South Side High School Fort Wayne, Indiana | Wayne High School Fort Wayne, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #364 of 387 | #354 of 387 |
| National rank | #14331 of 16,910 | #13590 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,405 | 1,398 |
| Enrollment | 1,405 | 1,398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.5% | 64.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 14% |
| city | Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wayne High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.9 vs 25.3).
- •Wayne High School does better on math proficiency (14% vs 13%).
- •Wayne High School does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •Wayne High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.7% vs 71.5%).
- •South Side High School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.4).
- •South Side High School is the larger school with 1,405 students compared with 1,398.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is South Side High School better than Wayne High School?
On the Success Index (US), Wayne High School ranks higher (28.9 vs 25.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are South Side High School and Wayne High School?
About 5.8 km in a straight line, between Fort Wayne and Fort Wayne in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Side High School: 1,405. Wayne High School: 1,398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Side High School and Wayne High School rank in Indiana?
South Side High School is 364th of 387 and Wayne High School is 354th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).