Needs Improvement
#1749 of 1,823 schools in IN
Otter Creek Middle School
Middle School · Vigo County School Corp
4801 N Lafayette St, Terre Haute, IN 47805
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,749 of 1,823
In Terre Haute
#19 of 21
public schools
In district
#24 of 26
Vigo County School Corp
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Otter Creek Middle School
Middle School in Terre Haute · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Otter Creek Middle School
Otter Creek Middle School is a public middle school in Terre Haute, IN, part of Vigo County School Corp. Otter Creek Middle School serves approximately 715 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Otter Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,749 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Otter Creek Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- IN avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Otter Creek Middle 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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Otter Creek Middle School — Students at Otter Creek Middle School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
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: 2.5/10.
How Otter Creek Middle School Compares
See how Otter Creek Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4801 N Lafayette St, Terre Haute, IN 47805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Otter Creek Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Woodrow Wilson Middle School (rated 4.2/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sarah Scott Middle School (rated 3.4/10, 5.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Terre Haute, see our Terre Haute schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,716
Median Home Value
$151,900
Median Rent
$795/mo
Population
12,809
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
81.9%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
43.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Otter Creek Middle School
What grades does Otter Creek Middle School serve?
Otter Creek Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Otter Creek Middle School?
Otter Creek Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 715 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Otter Creek Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Otter Creek Middle School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Otter Creek Middle School rank in IN?
Otter Creek Middle School ranks #1,749 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Otter Creek Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Otter Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Otter Creek Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Otter Creek Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Otter Creek Middle School a charter school?
No, Otter Creek Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Otter Creek Middle School a Title I school?
No, Otter Creek Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Otter Creek Middle School?
64.8% of students at Otter 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 715
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Vigo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (812) 462-4391
Resources & Links
District
Vigo County School Corp- District Enrollment
- 13,524
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,792
- District Rank
- #24 of 26
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