For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 499 students in Poneto, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Poneto, IN is Southern Wells Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Poneto, IN public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Poneto have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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 Poneto, IN (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southern Wells Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9120 S 300 W
Poneto, IN 46781
(765) 728-2121
Poneto, IN 46781
(765) 728-2121
Gr: K-6 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Poneto, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Poneto, IN include Southern Wells Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Poneto?
1 public elementary schools are located in Poneto.
What is the racial composition of students in Poneto?
Poneto public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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