South Newton School Corp

District Overview
Situated at 13232 S 50 E in Kentland, Indiana, the South Newton School Corporation is an active, traditional public school district delivering complete primary and secondary education across a remote rural landscape. Nestled within the outer expanse of the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metropolitan area, this non-charter system operates three distinct school facilities designed to nurture academic growth from early childhood through young adulthood. Offering continuous educational offerings from prekindergarten all the way through twelfth grade, South Newton serves as a vital community anchor, combining accessible public education with a tailored, local learning environment.

The district currently educates a vibrant student body of 846 pupils, featuring a diverse demographic makeup that includes notable Hispanic, multiracial, and White student populations. Supporting these learners is an expansive workforce totaling 288 full-time equivalent staff members, anchored by a dedicated core of 130 full-time equivalent classroom teachers. Supported by instructional aides and an extensive network of school personnel, this well-staffed educational environment ensures low student-to-educator ratios. For parents, students, and educational researchers alike, South Newton School Corporation offers a strong operational framework capable of delivering personalized academic instruction and robust support services across every grade level.
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Total Schools
846
Total Students
130.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Newton School Corp
Demographic Student Count
White659
Hispanic167
Black1
Asian2
Two or More16
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    659 (77.9%)
  • Hispanic
    167 (19.7%)
  • Two or More
    16 (1.9%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.2%)
  • Black
    1 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in South Newton School Corp
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:3
Students:846*
Teachers (FTE):130.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.5
Schools in South Newton School Corp
Found 3 Schools