For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 740 students in Newton County, IN.
The top ranked public high schools in Newton County, IN are North Newton Jr-sr High School and South Newton Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newton County, IN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in Newton County have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public high schools.
Newton County, IN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Indiana average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Newton Jr-sr High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Newton County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Newton Jr-sr High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1641 W 250 N
Morocco, IN 47963
(219) 285-2252
Morocco, IN 47963
(219) 285-2252
Grades: 7-12
| 499 students
Rank: #22.
South Newton Senior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13102 S 50 E
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167
Kentland, IN 47951
(219) 474-5167
Grades: 9-12
| 241 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Newton County, IN?
The top ranked public high schools in Newton County, IN include North Newton Jr-sr High School and South Newton Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in Newton County?
2 public high schools are located in Newton County.
What is the racial composition of students in Newton County?
Newton County public high schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public high schools in Newton County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Newton County include: North Newton Jr-sr High School vs. South Newton Senior High School, South Newton Senior High School vs. North Newton Jr-sr High School
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