Serving 191 students in grades 6-8, South Newton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for South Newton Middle School encompasses the entire school district in Kentland, IN, covering approximately 190.8 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.3 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13 miles from the school's location.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Newton Middle School's student population of 191 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
191 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
South Newton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Newton Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1308 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Hispanic
17%
15%
White
82%
62%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Newton Middle School's ranking?
South Newton Middle School is ranked #1308 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Newton Middle School?
191 students attend South Newton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of South Newton Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Newton Middle School?
South Newton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Newton Middle School offer ?
South Newton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Newton Middle School part of?
South Newton Middle School is part of South Newton School Corp School District.
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