For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 628 students in 47951, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47951, IN are South Newton Elementary School and South Newton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47951 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47951, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47951, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Newton Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13188 S 50 E
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
South Newton Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13100 S 50 E
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167
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 elementary schools in 47951, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47951, IN include South Newton Elementary School and South Newton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47951?
2 public elementary schools are located in 47951.
What is the racial composition of students in 47951?
47951 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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