For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 384 students in Poneto, IN.
The top-ranked public high school in Poneto, IN is Southern Wells Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Poneto, IN public high school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in Poneto have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public high schools.
Poneto, IN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Indiana average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southern Wells Jr-sr High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Poneto, IN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southern Wells Jr-sr High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9120 S 300 W
Poneto, IN 46781
(765) 728-5534
Poneto, IN 46781
(765) 728-5534
Gr: 7-12 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Poneto, IN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Poneto, IN include Southern Wells Jr-sr High School.
How many public high schools are located in Poneto?
1 public high schools are located in Poneto.
What is the racial composition of students in Poneto?
Poneto public high schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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