Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Francis Vigo 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Francis Vigo Elementary School serves the southwest part of Vincennes, IN, covering an attendance area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.1 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francis Vigo Elementary School's student population of 314 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Francis Vigo 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 Francis Vigo Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#1062 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis Vigo Elementary School's ranking?
Francis Vigo Elementary School is ranked #1062 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Francis Vigo Elementary School often compared to?
Francis Vigo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Tecumseh-harrison Elementary School, South Knox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Francis Vigo Elementary School?
314 students attend Francis Vigo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Francis Vigo Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis Vigo Elementary School?
Francis Vigo Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Francis Vigo Elementary School offer ?
Francis Vigo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Francis Vigo Elementary School part of?
Francis Vigo Elementary School is part of Vincennes Community School Corp School District.
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