Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Terre Town Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terre Town Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Terre Town Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
A school where students love to learn
School Rankings
Terre Town Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terre Town Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1098 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
84%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terre Town Elementary School's ranking?
Terre Town Elementary School is ranked #1098 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Terre Town Elementary School often compared to?
Terre Town Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis Park Elementary School, Ouabache Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Terre Town Elementary School?
553 students attend Terre Town Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Terre Town Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terre Town Elementary School?
Terre Town Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Terre Town Elementary School offer ?
Terre Town Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terre Town Elementary School part of?
Terre Town Elementary School is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Terre Town Elementary School located?
Terre Town Elementary School is located in the Fort Harrison neighborhood of Terre Haute, IN.
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