South Newton Middle School
191 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
South Newton Middle School, located in Kentland, Indiana, serves as a key educational institution within the South Newton School Corporation. As a rural middle school, it focuses on the academic and social development of students in grades 6 through 8, aiming to bridge the transition between elementary school and the more rigorous environment of high school. The school emphasizes core curriculum standards while fostering a community-oriented atmosphere typical of smaller school districts, allowing for closer student-teacher interactions and a supportive learning environment.
Beyond standard academics, the school promotes student growth through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that encourage teamwork and personal development. By operating under the South Newton "Rebels" mascot, the school maintains strong ties to the local Kentland community, working to prepare its students for future success in higher education and the workforce. Its location serves as a central hub for families in the surrounding Newton County area, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible, quality public education in a close-knit setting.
Beyond standard academics, the school promotes student growth through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that encourage teamwork and personal development. By operating under the South Newton "Rebels" mascot, the school maintains strong ties to the local Kentland community, working to prepare its students for future success in higher education and the workforce. Its location serves as a central hub for families in the surrounding Newton County area, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible, quality public education in a close-knit setting.
191
Total Students
14.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 157 |
| Hispanic | 32 |
| Two or More | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White157 (82.2%)
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Hispanic32 (16.8%)
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Two or More1 (0.5%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | South Newton School Corp |
| Phone: | (219)474-5167 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 191 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 14.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 80 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 9 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
68
Grade 7
52
Grade 8
71
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 68 |
| Grade 7 | 52 |
| Grade 8 | 71 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 91 | 47.6% |
| Male | 100 | 52.4% |