For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 628 students in Kentland, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Kentland, IN are South Newton Elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Kentland have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Kentland, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Newton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13188 S 50 E
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167
Grades: PK-5
| 439 students
Rank: #22.
South Newton Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13100 S 50 E
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167
Grades: 6-8
| 189 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Kentland, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Kentland, IN include South Newton Elementary School and South Newton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Kentland?
2 public elementary schools are located in Kentland.
What is the racial composition of students in Kentland?
Kentland public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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