For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,112 students in 47803, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 47803, IN are Lost Creek Elementary School and Adelaide De Vaney Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 47803 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 47803, IN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 47803, IN Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lost Creek Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6701 Wabash Ave
Terre Haute, IN 47803
(812) 462-4456
Terre Haute, IN 47803
(812) 462-4456
Gr: PK-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Adelaide De Vaney Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1011 S Brown Ave
Terre Haute, IN 47803
(812) 462-4497
Terre Haute, IN 47803
(812) 462-4497
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
47803, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
55 S Brown Ave
Terre Haute, IN 47803
(812) 462-4301
Terre Haute, IN 47803
(812) 462-4301
Gr: K-5 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 47803, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 47803, IN include Lost Creek Elementary School and Adelaide De Vaney Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 47803?
2 public preschools are located in 47803.
What is the racial composition of students in 47803?
47803 public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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