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Ouabache Elementary School

Elementary School · Vigo County School Corp

501 Maple Ave, Terre Haute, IN 47804

Enrollment

367

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,671 of 1,823

In Terre Haute

#14 of 21

public schools

In district

#19 of 26

Vigo County School Corp

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Ouabache Elementary School

3.6/10

Elementary School in Terre Haute · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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2.1/10

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About Ouabache Elementary School

Ouabache Elementary School is a public elementary school in Terre Haute, IN, part of Vigo County School Corp. Ouabache Elementary School serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ouabache Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,671 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Ouabache Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.3
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Ouabache 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.3% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-29.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.2 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,792
Chronic Absenteeism40.1%

Ouabache Elementary School — Students at Ouabache Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (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
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
27%
2025
Math
22.2%
ELA
20.2%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Ouabache Elementary School Compares

See how Ouabache Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
8th percentile in IN
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.1%

Location

501 Maple Ave, Terre Haute, IN 47804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ouabache Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PATRICKS CATHLOIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sugar Grove Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Adelaide De Vaney Elementary Sch (rated 6.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Terre Haute, see our Terre Haute schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Deming Early Learning Center Terre Haute 1.2 mi 2.1
Benjamin Franklin Elem School Terre Haute 1.6 mi 3.0
Terre Town Elementary School Terre Haute 2.1 mi 5.2
Davis Park Elementary School Terre Haute 2.2 mi 4.7
ST PATRICKS CATHLOIC SCHOOL Terre Haute 2.4 mi 7.8
Woodrow Wilson Middle School Terre Haute 2.5 mi 4.2
SMALL WORLD LEARNING CENTER Terre Haute 2.5 mi
Farrington Grove Elementary School Terre Haute 3.1 mi 3.1
Sarah Scott Middle School Terre Haute 3.3 mi 3.4
Terre Haute North Vigo High School Terre Haute 2.6 mi 5.2
Otter Creek Middle School Terre Haute 3.2 mi 3.1
Adelaide De Vaney Elementary Sch Terre Haute 3.2 mi 6.2
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School Terre Haute 3.9 mi 4.6
Sugar Grove Elementary School Terre Haute 3.8 mi 6.3
Booker T Washington Alt Sch Terre Haute 4.5 mi 3.6
Vigo Virtual School Academy Terre Haute 4.5 mi 3.6
Terre Haute South Vigo High School Terre Haute 4.6 mi 5.8
BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Terre Haute 4.4 mi 7.3
Sugar Creek Consolidated Elem Sch West Terre Haute 4.7 mi 4.4
West Vigo High School West Terre Haute 4.6 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,036

Median Home Value

$87,700

Median Rent

$904/mo

Population

10,642

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

61.3%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

27.1%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ouabache Elementary School

What grades does Ouabache Elementary School serve?

Ouabache Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ouabache Elementary School?

Ouabache Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ouabache Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ouabache Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ouabache Elementary School rank in IN?

Ouabache Elementary School ranks #1,671 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Ouabache Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ouabache Elementary School 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 Ouabache Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ouabache Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ouabache Elementary School a charter school?

No, Ouabache Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ouabache Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Ouabache Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ouabache Elementary School?

80.9% of students at Ouabache 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Vigo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.1%

District

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

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