Serving 204 students in grades 6-8, South Newton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Newton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
South Newton Middle School's student population of 204 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Newton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Newton Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1260 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
80%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Newton Middle School's ranking?
South Newton Middle School is ranked #1260 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Newton Middle School?
204 students attend South Newton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of South Newton Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Newton Middle School?
South Newton Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Newton Middle School offer ?
South Newton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Newton Middle School part of?
South Newton Middle School is part of South Newton School Corp School District.
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