Best Kentland Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 869 students in Kentland, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Kentland, IN are South Newton Elementary School, South Newton Senior High School and South Newton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kentland, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Kentland have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Schools in Kentland, IN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Newton Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
13188 S 50 E
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
South Newton Senior High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
13102 S 50 E
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167
Gr: 9-12 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
South Newton Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
13100 S 50 E
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167
Gr: 6-8 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Kentland, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Kentland, IN include South Newton Elementary School, South Newton Senior High School and South Newton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Kentland?
3 public schools are located in Kentland.
What is the racial composition of students in Kentland?
Kentland public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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