Below Average
#1501 of 1,823 schools in IN
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School
Elementary School · Vigo County School Corp
1111 Wheeler Ave, Terre Haute, IN 47802
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,501 of 1,823
In Terre Haute
#12 of 21
public schools
In district
#15 of 26
Vigo County School Corp
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About Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School is a public elementary school in Terre Haute, IN, part of Vigo County School Corp. Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,501 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School — Students at Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School Compares
See how Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1111 Wheeler Ave, Terre Haute, IN 47802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PATRICKS CATHLOIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dixie Bee Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sugar Grove Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Terre Haute, see our Terre Haute schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,880
Median Home Value
$165,800
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
33,192
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
39.6
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| O J Neighbours Elementary School Wabash, IN | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School
What grades does Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School serve?
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School?
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School rank in IN?
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School ranks #1,501 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School a charter school?
No, Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School?
86.9% of students at Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Vigo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (812) 462-4304
Resources & Links
District
Vigo County School Corp- District Enrollment
- 13,524
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,792
- District Rank
- #15 of 26
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