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#831 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 46% in state

Honey Creek Middle School

Middle School · Vigo County School Corp

6601 S Carlisle St, Terre Haute, IN 47802

Enrollment

680

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#831 of 1,823

In Terre Haute

#4 of 21

public schools

In district

#6 of 26

Vigo County School Corp

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Honey Creek Middle School

6.7/10

Middle School in Terre Haute · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Honey Creek Middle School

Honey Creek Middle School is a public middle school in Terre Haute, IN, part of Vigo County School Corp. Honey Creek Middle School serves approximately 680 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Honey Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #831 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Honey Creek Middle School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • IN avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+8.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment6.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,792
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Honey Creek Middle School — Students at Honey Creek Middle School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.2% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 63.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.5% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 37 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
Math
85%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
42%
2025
Math
48.9%
ELA
47.6%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Honey Creek Middle School Compares

See how Honey Creek Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
55th percentile in IN
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

6601 S Carlisle St, Terre Haute, IN 47802

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Honey Creek Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Woodrow Wilson Middle School (rated 4.2/10, 5.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Sarah Scott Middle School (rated 3.4/10, 3.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Terre Haute, see our Terre Haute schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Terre Haute 0.2 mi 8.4
Dixie Bee Elementary School Terre Haute 1.0 mi 7.2
Terre Haute South Vigo High School Terre Haute 2.7 mi 5.8
Booker T Washington Alt Sch Terre Haute 2.8 mi 3.6
Vigo Virtual School Academy Terre Haute 2.8 mi 3.6
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School Terre Haute 3.3 mi 4.6
BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Terre Haute 3.5 mi 7.3
Sarah Scott Middle School Terre Haute 3.9 mi 3.4
Farrington Grove Elementary School Terre Haute 4.2 mi 3.1
Sugar Grove Elementary School Terre Haute 4.2 mi 6.3
Hoosier Prairie Elementary School Terre Haute 4.4 mi 5.6
Adelaide De Vaney Elementary Sch Terre Haute 5.1 mi 6.2
ST PATRICKS CATHLOIC SCHOOL Terre Haute 5.2 mi 7.8
Davis Park Elementary School Terre Haute 5.4 mi 4.7
Woodrow Wilson Middle School Terre Haute 5.4 mi 4.2
SMALL WORLD LEARNING CENTER Terre Haute 5.6 mi
Benjamin Franklin Elem School Terre Haute 6.2 mi 3.0
Deming Early Learning Center Terre Haute 6.8 mi 2.1
Riley Elementary School Riley 5.5 mi 7.5
Sugar Creek Consolidated Elem Sch West Terre Haute 6.3 mi 4.4

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 Honey Creek Middle School

What grades does Honey Creek Middle School serve?

Honey Creek Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Honey Creek Middle School?

Honey Creek Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 680 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Honey Creek Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Honey Creek Middle School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Honey Creek Middle School rank in IN?

Honey Creek Middle School ranks #831 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Honey Creek Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Honey Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Honey Creek Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Honey Creek Middle School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Honey Creek Middle School a charter school?

No, Honey Creek Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Honey Creek Middle School a Title I school?

No, Honey Creek Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Honey Creek Middle School?

40.0% of students at Honey Creek Middle 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Vigo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

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

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