For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,701 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 40%), 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47805, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rio Grande Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5555 E Rio Grande Av
Terre Haute, IN 47805
(812) 462-4307
Terre Haute, IN 47805
(812) 462-4307
Grades: PK-5
| 451 students
Rank: #22.
Terre Town Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2121 Boston Av
Terre Haute, IN 47805
(812) 462-4385
Terre Haute, IN 47805
(812) 462-4385
Grades: PK-5
| 535 students
Rank: #33.
Otter Creek Middle School
(Math: 15% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 715 students
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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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