For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,631 students in 47805, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47805, IN are Rio Grande Elementary School, Terre Town Elementary School and Otter Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47805 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47805, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47805, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rio Grande Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5555 E Rio Grande Av
Terre Haute, IN 47805
(812) 462-4307
Terre Haute, IN 47805
(812) 462-4307
Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Terre Town Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2121 Boston Av
Terre Haute, IN 47805
(812) 462-4385
Terre Haute, IN 47805
(812) 462-4385
Gr: PK-5 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Otter Creek Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4801 N Lafayette St
Terre Haute, IN 47805
(812) 462-4391
Terre Haute, IN 47805
(812) 462-4391
Gr: 6-8 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47805, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47805, IN include Rio Grande Elementary School, Terre Town Elementary School and Otter Creek Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47805?
3 public elementary schools are located in 47805.
What is the racial composition of students in 47805?
47805 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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