South Newton School Corp School District
School District · Kentland, Indiana
Avg Rating
6.3
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,775
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Avg Rating
6.3
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,775
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Evaluating South Newton School Corp?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge South Newton School Corp as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
South Newton Senior High School
Kentland · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
South Newton Elementary School
Kentland · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
South Newton Middle School
Kentland · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Indiana rank
#163 of 292
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.0
above Indiana avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,775
+$1,413 vs Indiana median
District size
869 students
Smaller than Indiana median
The short answer
South Newton School Corp ranks #163 of 292 Indiana districts by overall school rating. South Newton School Corp's schools with real test data average 6.3/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are South Newton Senior High School (7.2/10), South Newton Elementary School (6.0/10), and South Newton Middle School (5.8/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in South Newton School Corp
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Newton Senior High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | South Newton Elementary School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | South Newton Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About South Newton School Corp
South Newton School Corp is a Kentland, Indiana school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 869 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1. The district invests $13,775 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.3/10, South Newton School Corp demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is South Newton Senior High School, which has a composite score of 7.2/10.
In standardized testing, South Newton School Corp students show an average math proficiency of 53.1% and ELA proficiency of 62.3%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in South Newton School Corp, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in South Newton School Corp with test data.
Schools in South Newton School Corp
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Indiana
- City
- Kentland
- Total Enrollment
- 869
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in South Newton School Corp?
South Newton School Corp has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for South Newton School Corp?
The average composite rating for South Newton School Corp is 6.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in South Newton School Corp?
South Newton School Corp spends $13,775 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Newton School Corp?
The average student-teacher ratio in South Newton School Corp is 13.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in South Newton School Corp?
South Newton Senior High School is the highest-rated school in South Newton School Corp with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What are the test scores in South Newton School Corp?
Across schools in South Newton School Corp with test data, the average math proficiency is 53.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 62.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does South Newton School Corp compare to other districts in Indiana?
South Newton School Corp has an average school rating of 6.3/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Indiana by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 53.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 62.3%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Indiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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