Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Deming Early Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Science Proficiency: 11-19%
- Attendance Zone: Deming Elementary School serves the northern part of Terre Haute, IN, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deming Early Learning Center's student population of 306 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Deming Early Learning Center is 0.42, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
75%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Deming Early Learning Center often compared to?
Deming Early Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Ouabache Elementary School, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Deming Early Learning Center?
306 students attend Deming Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Deming Early Learning Center students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deming Early Learning Center?
Deming Early Learning Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Deming Early Learning Center offer ?
Deming Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deming Early Learning Center part of?
Deming Early Learning Center is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Deming Early Learning Center located?
Deming Early Learning Center is located in the Spencer Park neighborhood of Terre Haute, IN.
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