Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Terre Town 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 43% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terre Town Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Terre Town Elementary School's student population of 546 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Terre Town Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terre Town Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#937 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
3%
13%
White
87%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terre Town Elementary School's ranking?
Terre Town Elementary School is ranked #937 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Terre Town Elementary School often compared to?
Terre Town Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ouabache Elementary School, Davis Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Terre Town Elementary School?
546 students attend Terre Town Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Terre Town Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terre Town Elementary School?
Terre Town Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Terre Town Elementary School offer ?
Terre Town Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Terre Town Elementary School part of?
Terre Town Elementary School is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Terre Town Elementary School located?
Terre Town Elementary School is located in the Fort Harrison neighborhood of Terre Haute, IN.
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