NEWTON YOST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Newton Yost Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Duneland School Corporation school district, located in Porter, IN with about 375 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, Newton Yost Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Newton Yost Elementary School, located at 100 W Beam St in Porter, Indiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Duneland School Corporation. The school is known for fostering a supportive community environment, focusing on the academic and social-emotional development of students during their early formative years. By emphasizing a rigorous curriculum alongside character-building initiatives, Newton Yost strives to prepare its students for a successful transition to the middle school level while maintaining a strong connection to the local Porter community.

As part of the Duneland school district, the school benefits from the resources and collaborative standards shared by neighboring schools in the area. Parents and community members often highlight the school's commitment to creating an inclusive atmosphere where teachers prioritize individualized attention and student engagement. Through various extracurricular opportunities and a dedicated staff, Newton Yost Elementary maintains a reputation for being a student-centered facility that values both educational excellence and the overall well-being of its young learners.

For more information, contact Newton Yost Elementary School at (219) 983-3640 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.