What grades does Homestead High School serve?

Homestead High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Fort Wayne area.

Where is Homestead High School located?

Homestead High School is a urban school in Fort Wayne, IN.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Homestead High School is 17.4:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Fort Wayne, IN?

Schools in Fort Wayne include Homestead High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Fort Wayne area.

INHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

Homestead High School — School Profile & District Info

High|Fort Wayne, Indiana|MSD Southwest Allen County Schls

Fort Wayne, IN 46814

School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

2,408

Student:Teacher

17.4:1

Locale

Suburban

District

MSD Southwest Allen County Schls

Econ. Disadvantaged

21.2%

Phone

(260)431-2202

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

84%

99th percentile in IN

Math Proficiency

57%

85th percentile in IN

Graduation Rate

94%

Chronic Absenteeism

2.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

17 courses offered

536 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

591 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

776 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

794 test takers

Athletics

23 sports, 23 teams

747 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.8:1

Worse than average in IN

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

2,451

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

134

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,322

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,664

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$13,905

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 4%State 62%Local 35%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$249,514

+2.7% 1yr+44.0% 5yr

Fort Wayne, IN metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

21.6%

Below 150% poverty line

5.0%

Unemployment rate

7.9%

Uninsured residents

10.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,065

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

964

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

40%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

213 (22%)

Specific Learning Disability

200 (21%)

Speech/Language Impairment

180 (19%)

Autism

113 (12%)

Emotional Disturbance

74 (8%)

Intellectual Disability

70 (7%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

2,382

Current enrollment

Stable(-4% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Homestead High School

Homestead High School has a total enrollment of 2,408 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Fort Wayne, IN.