Ohio County Middle School vs South Newton Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 299 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ohio County Middle School
Rising Sun · Public middle · Grades 6–8
187 students
South Newton Middle School
Kentland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
191 students
| Measure | Ohio County Middle School Rising Sun, Indiana | South Newton Middle School Kentland, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #165 of 335 | #161 of 335 |
| National rank | #7106 of 15,369 | #7004 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 187 | 191 |
| Enrollment | 187 | 191 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.6% | 46.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| city | Rising Sun | Kentland |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (52.4 vs 53.0).
- •South Newton Middle School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Ohio County Middle School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •South Newton Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.6% vs 47.6%).
- •Ohio County Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 13.6).
- •South Newton Middle School is the larger school with 191 students compared with 187.
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 Ohio County Middle School better than South Newton Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ohio County Middle School and South Newton Middle School?
About 299 km in a straight line, between Rising Sun and Kentland in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ohio County Middle School: 187. South Newton Middle School: 191. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ohio County Middle School and South Newton Middle School rank in Indiana?
Ohio County Middle School is 165th of 335 and South Newton Middle School is 161st of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).