F.J. Reitz High School

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F.J. Reitz High School Francis Joseph Reitz High School is a historic public high school on the west side of Evansville, Indiana. It is a member of the EVSC. C. F.

The idea for a school on the west side of Evansville came from the Centennial Club, led by Mrs. Werner, who fought a genteel, but determined, battle with the reluctant school board. The ladies said the Evansville High School (old Central) was too far away to be financially practical for many west side families. After four years of crusading, the Centennial Club won. The new school was named in honor of Mr. Francis Joseph Reitz, Evansville's leading banker and civic benefactor, who was instrumental in the sale of bonds to finance the west side school. In September 1918 a two-story and basement building of brick and stone classic design was open. In 1921, the first year in which Reitz High School was fully accredited by North Central Association, the 10,000-seat Reitz Stadium was completed. In 1926, a four-story classroom building was added to the west end of the building. In 1956, an addition of a new office wing, nurse's suite, counselors' offices, home economics kitchen, dining rooms, sewing rooms, print shop, band and choir rooms, library, and study hall was added. In 1957, a five-story classroom wing, a second gym, seating more than 3,000, department offices, teachers' lounges, industrial shops, a new auditorium, a new cafeteria, and new restrooms were added. In 1973, a new greenhouse was completed. In 1977, a driving range on Barker Avenue was added to accommodate the Driver's Education Department. The Evansville-Vanderburgh School Corporation owns the land on which the range is located. Less than 10 years ago Reitz was known as the oldest high school building in Evansville. It was a hodgepodge of corridors, floors, and rooms from additions over the years, and Reitz was still the smallest high school in the area and had the smallest cafeteria. Finally the school board opted for renovation and after more than $26 million, Reitz celebrated its 80th anniversary in 1998 with a whole new look that makes it the largest and most advanced high school structure in Evansville.

Gooooo Team! We are so proud of you.
09/26/2026

Gooooo Team! We are so proud of you.

For the first time in history, the Lady Panthers are going to The State Finals as a team! Wooohooo

Regionals, Baby!
09/20/2026

Regionals, Baby!

For the first time since 2010, the Lady Panthers are going back to Regionals. Led by Maddy Yellig's 76 and Bristol Heads 77. The Panthers came in 2nd behind Castle. Way to go girls!

Can you help Daniel Wertz school?
09/13/2026

Can you help Daniel Wertz school?

🦅❤️ ATTENTION, DANIEL WERTZ ALUMNI! ❤️🦅

We need your help! We have BIG plans for our Wall of Photos, and we need our Daniel Wertz alumni to help us fill in a few missing pieces of our history. 📸

We are currently missing 5th grade class photos from the following years:

📌 1941–1944
📌 1974–1979
đź“Ś 2021
đź“Ś 2023

If you have a photo of the graduating 5th OR 8th grade class from ANY of these years, we would absolutely love to borrow it!

Our plan is to have an 8x10 copy made for our Wall of Fame and return the original photo safely back to you. ❤️

We have HUGE dreams for this wall, and we cannot wait to share the finished product with our students, families, staff, and alumni! We want it to celebrate the incredible history of Daniel Wertz and make it easy for visitors to find the class photo they’re looking for.

The attached photo is a visual dream of what we're envisioning. It won't look exactly like this, but it gives you an idea of how the photos will be organized.

If you have one of these missing photos—or know someone who might—please help us spread the word! Share this post, tag your classmates, and help us fill in the gaps in our Eagle history! 🦅❤️🖤

Once an Eagle, always an Eagle! ❤️

How about R girls golf team!
09/09/2026

How about R girls golf team!

Big win for the Lady Panthers tonight as they defeat Memorial by 15 strokes. Atley Osborne was the individual medalist shooting a 41 with Maddy Yellig right on her heels with a 42. Way to go Ladies!!

Congratulations Panthers. Keep attending and excelling!
08/26/2026

Congratulations Panthers. Keep attending and excelling!

Four EVSC high schools are ranked in the top 25% of all high schools in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report: Central High School, New Tech Institute, F.J. Reitz High School, and North High School (which placed in the top 10% statewide).

U.S. News evaluates schools across the state on college readiness, state assessment proficiency, graduation rates, and curriculum breadth.

Congratulations to the students and educators at Central, North, New Tech, and Reitz on earning statewide recognition.

08/26/2026

Reitz Wrestler Graduates see below.

The 2026-2027 RHS cheerleaders. Follow “Reitz Cheer” on Facebook.
06/24/2026

The 2026-2027 RHS cheerleaders. Follow “Reitz Cheer” on Facebook.

How cute are these girls?!!!

HUGE thanks to Walmart West for donating Gatorade and fruit for camp! đź’™

Also, shout out to Megan Ringer with Rebel Athletic Cheer for the adorable outfits!!

06/21/2026

Congratulations to the Mater Dei baseball team for their state championship win.

Amazing student athletes. Panther Proud!
06/19/2026

Amazing student athletes. Panther Proud!

Congratulations to our incredible student-athletes!! Go Panthers!!

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350 Dreier Boulevard
Evansville, IN
47712

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+18124358206

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