Overview

Newton Yost Elementary School is a public school in Porter, IN, offering a Gifted & Talented program and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 8 elementary schools in Duneland School Corporation.
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School Rating

Newton Yost Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Indiana with the same grade levels.
7/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

100 West Beam Street
Porter, IN 46304
School leader: Mr Josh Huwig
(219) 983-3640
(219) 983-3649
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