For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,059 students in 47802, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 245 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 47802, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 47802, IN are Dixie Bee Elementary School, Sugar Grove Elementary School and Honey Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47802 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47802, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47802, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dixie Bee Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1655 E Jessica Dr
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4445
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4445
Grades: K-5
| 599 students
Rank: #22.
Sugar Grove Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2800 Wallace Av
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4416
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4416
Grades: PK-5
| 378 students
Rank: #33.
Honey Creek Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6601 S Carlisle St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4372
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4372
Grades: 6-8
| 680 students
Rank: #44.
Hoosier Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2800 W Harlan Dr
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4236
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4236
Grades: PK-5
| 333 students
Rank: #55.
Terre Haute South Vigo High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3737 S 7th St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4252
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4252
Grades: 9-12
| 1,609 students
Rank: #66.
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Wheeler Ave
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4304
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4304
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #77.
Farrington Grove Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1826 S 6th St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4423
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4423
Grades: PK-5
| 375 students
Rank: #88.
Booker T Washington Alt School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3707 S 7th St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4427
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4427
Grades: 6-12
| 71 students
Rank: #99.
Sarah Scott Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Grant St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4381
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4381
Grades: 6-8
| 392 students
Rank: #1010.
Vigo Virtual School Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3707 S 7th
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4216
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4216
Grades: K-12
| 239 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47802, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47802, IN include Dixie Bee Elementary School, Sugar Grove Elementary School and Honey Creek Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 47802?
10 public schools are located in 47802.
What percentage of students in 47802 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 47802 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47802?
47802 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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