Best 47802 Indiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,982 students in 47802, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 258 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 47802, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47802, IN are Dixie Bee Elementary School, Honey Creek Middle School and Sugar Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47802 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47802, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 47802, IN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dixie Bee Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1655 E Jessica Dr
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4445
Gr: K-5 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Honey Creek Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6601 S Carlisle St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4372
Gr: 6-8 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Sugar Grove Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2800 Wallace Av
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4416
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Terre Haute South Vigo High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3737 S 7th St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4252
Gr: 9-12 | 1,544 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Hoosier Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2800 W Harlan Dr
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4236
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #66.
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1111 Wheeler Ave
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4304
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #77.
Farrington Grove Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1826 S 6th St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4423
Gr: PK-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #88.
Sarah Scott Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 Grant St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4381
Gr: 6-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #99.
Booker T Washington Alt School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3707 S 7th St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4427
Gr: 6-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center Of West Central Indiana
Charter School
2702 S. 3rd St.
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 235-1827
Gr: 9-12 | 139 students Minority enrollment: 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 47802, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47802, IN include Dixie Bee Elementary School, Honey Creek Middle School and Sugar Grove Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 47802?
11 public schools are located in 47802.
What percentage of students in 47802 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 47802 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47802?
47802 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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