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#1672 of 1,823 schools in IN

Booker T Washington Alt Sch

High School · Vigo County School Corp

3707 S 7th St, Terre Haute, IN 47802

Enrollment

71

Student-Teacher

3.5:1

Score

3.6

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,672 of 1,823

In Terre Haute

#15 of 21

public schools

In district

#20 of 26

Vigo County School Corp

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Booker T Washington Alt Sch

3.6/10

High School in Terre Haute · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Vigo Virtual School Academy

3.6/10

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5.8/10

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About Booker T Washington Alt Sch

Booker T Washington Alt Sch is a public high school in Terre Haute, IN, part of Vigo County School Corp. Booker T Washington Alt Sch serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker T Washington Alt Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,672 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Booker T Washington Alt Sch show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.2
  • IN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 71 students, Booker T Washington Alt Sch is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 3.5:1 students to teachers, Booker T Washington Alt Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.7Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-5.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics1.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency3.5% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-39.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-37.1 pts
Overall Proficiency2% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-23.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
College Readiness4.0Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate49.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio3.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,792

Booker T Washington Alt Sch — Students at Booker T Washington Alt Sch score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.7% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
38.9% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.3% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 30 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
ELA
75%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
10%
2025
ELA
4.2%

* 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: 1.7/10.

How Booker T Washington Alt Sch Compares

See how Booker T Washington Alt Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
8th percentile in IN
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
4:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3707 S 7th St, Terre Haute, IN 47802

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Booker T Washington Alt Sch may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Terre Haute South Vigo High School (rated 5.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Terre Haute North Vigo High School (rated 5.2/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Terre Haute, see our Terre Haute schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Vigo Virtual School Academy Terre Haute 0.0 mi 3.6
Terre Haute South Vigo High School Terre Haute 0.1 mi 5.8
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School Terre Haute 0.7 mi 4.6
Sarah Scott Middle School Terre Haute 1.2 mi 3.4
Farrington Grove Elementary School Terre Haute 1.4 mi 3.1
BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Terre Haute 1.8 mi 7.3
Sugar Grove Elementary School Terre Haute 2.1 mi 6.3
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Terre Haute 2.7 mi 8.4
ST PATRICKS CATHLOIC SCHOOL Terre Haute 2.7 mi 7.8
Honey Creek Middle School Terre Haute 2.8 mi 6.7
Davis Park Elementary School Terre Haute 2.8 mi 4.7
Woodrow Wilson Middle School Terre Haute 3.0 mi 4.2
Adelaide De Vaney Elementary Sch Terre Haute 2.9 mi 6.2
SMALL WORLD LEARNING CENTER Terre Haute 3.2 mi
Benjamin Franklin Elem School Terre Haute 3.6 mi 3.0
Dixie Bee Elementary School Terre Haute 3.8 mi 7.2
Deming Early Learning Center Terre Haute 4.2 mi 2.1
Ouabache Elementary School Terre Haute 4.5 mi 3.6
Sugar Creek Consolidated Elem Sch West Terre Haute 4.3 mi 4.4
Terre Haute North Vigo High School Terre Haute 5.2 mi 5.2

Neighborhood 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Booker T Washington Alt Sch

What grades does Booker T Washington Alt Sch serve?

Booker T Washington Alt Sch serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Booker T Washington Alt Sch?

Booker T Washington Alt Sch has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker T Washington Alt Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Booker T Washington Alt Sch is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Booker T Washington Alt Sch rank in IN?

Booker T Washington Alt Sch ranks #1,672 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Booker T Washington Alt Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Booker T Washington Alt Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Booker T Washington Alt Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker T Washington Alt Sch has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Booker T Washington Alt Sch a charter school?

No, Booker T Washington Alt Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Booker T Washington Alt Sch a Title I school?

No, Booker T Washington Alt Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker T Washington Alt Sch?

76.1% of students at Booker T Washington Alt Sch 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.1%
Type
alternative
Setting
Small City
County
Vigo County
4-Year Graduation
49.5%

District

Vigo County School Corp
District Enrollment
13,524
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,792
District Rank
#20 of 26

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