For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 384 students in Poneto, IN.
The top-ranked public middle 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 middle school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Poneto have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Middle 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 middle schools in Poneto, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Poneto, IN include Southern Wells Jr-sr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Poneto?
1 public middle schools are located in Poneto.
What is the racial composition of students in Poneto?
Poneto public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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