Bon Air Middle School vs South Newton Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 111 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bon Air Middle School
Kokomo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
190 students
South Newton Middle School
Kentland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
191 students
| Measure | Bon Air Middle School Kokomo, Indiana | South Newton Middle School Kentland, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #324 of 335 | #161 of 335 |
| National rank | #13453 of 15,369 | #7004 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 190 | 191 |
| Enrollment | 190 | 191 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.7% | 46.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 42% |
| city | Kokomo | Kentland |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Newton Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.0 vs 21.8).
- •South Newton Middle School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 13%).
- •South Newton Middle School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •South Newton Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.6% vs 74.7%).
- •Bon Air Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 13.6).
- •South Newton Middle School is the larger school with 191 students compared with 190.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bon Air Middle School better than South Newton Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Newton Middle School ranks higher (53.0 vs 21.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bon Air Middle School and South Newton Middle School?
About 111 km in a straight line, between Kokomo and Kentland in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bon Air Middle School: 190. South Newton Middle School: 191. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bon Air Middle School and South Newton Middle School rank in Indiana?
Bon Air Middle School is 324th of 335 and South Newton Middle School is 161st of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).