For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,305 students in 47802, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 47802, IN are Honey Creek Middle School, Sarah Scott Middle School and Booker T Washington Alt School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 47802 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 47802, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47802, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Honey Creek Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6601 S Carlisle St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4372
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4372
Gr: 6-8 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Sarah Scott Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Grant St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4381
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4381
Gr: 6-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Booker T Washington Alt School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3707 S 7th St
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4427
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(812) 462-4427
Gr: 6-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 47802, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 47802, IN include Honey Creek Middle School, Sarah Scott Middle School and Booker T Washington Alt School.
How many public middle schools are located in 47802?
4 public middle schools are located in 47802.
What is the racial composition of students in 47802?
47802 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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