Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blanche E Fuqua 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School's student population of 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#907 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
11%
13%
White
66%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School's ranking?
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School is ranked #907 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School often compared to?
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riley Elementary School, Adelaide De Vaney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School?
347 students attend Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School?
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School offer ?
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School part of?
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School located?
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School is located in the Lockport neighborhood of Terre Haute, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Lockport.
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