For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,299 students in 47802, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47802, IN are Dixie Bee Elementary School, Honey Creek Middle School and Sugar Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47802 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47802, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47802, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-5 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Honey Creek Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6601 S Carlisle St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4372
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4372
Gr: 6-8 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Sugar Grove Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Hoosier Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2800 W Harlan Dr
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4236
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4236
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Wheeler Ave
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4304
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4304
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Farrington Grove Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1826 S 6th St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4423
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4423
Gr: PK-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Sarah Scott Middle School
(Math: 13% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #88.
Booker T Washington Alt School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3707 S 7th St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4427
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4427
Gr: 6-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47802, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47802, IN include Dixie Bee Elementary School, Honey Creek Middle School and Sugar Grove Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47802?
9 public elementary schools are located in 47802.
What is the racial composition of students in 47802?
47802 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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