Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ouabache Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ouabache Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ouabache Elementary School's student population of 367 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
367 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Ouabache 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 Ouabache Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1373 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
5%
15%

Black
9%
13%

White
79%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ouabache Elementary School's ranking?
Ouabache Elementary School is ranked #1373 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Ouabache Elementary School often compared to?
Ouabache Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Terre Town Elementary School, Deming Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Ouabache Elementary School?
367 students attend Ouabache Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Ouabache Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ouabache Elementary School?
Ouabache Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ouabache Elementary School offer ?
Ouabache Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ouabache Elementary School part of?
Ouabache Elementary School is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Ouabache Elementary School located?
Ouabache Elementary School is located in the Collett Park neighborhood of Terre Haute, IN.
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