Best Public Schools in Kentland, IN (2025-26)

Best Kentland Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 869 students in Kentland, IN.

The top ranked public schools in Kentland, IN are South Newton Elementary School, South Newton Senior High School and South Newton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Kentland, IN public schools have an score of 29% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Kentland have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.

Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Schools in Kentland, IN (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

South Newton Elementary School

(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
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13188 S 50 E
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167

Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%

Rank: #22.

South Newton Senior High School

(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-44%)
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13102 S 50 E
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167

Gr: 9-12 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%

Rank: #33.

South Newton Middle School

(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 34%)
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13100 S 50 E
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 schools in Kentland, IN?

The top ranked public schools in Kentland, IN include South Newton Elementary School, South Newton Senior High School and South Newton Middle School.

How many public schools are located in Kentland?

3 public schools are located in Kentland.

What is the racial composition of students in Kentland?

Kentland public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).