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#981 of 1,823 schools in IN

Sugar Grove Elementary School

Elementary School · Vigo County School Corp

2800 Wallace Av, Terre Haute, IN 47802

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#981 of 1,823

In Terre Haute

#5 of 21

public schools

In district

#7 of 26

Vigo County School Corp

Equity

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Sugar Grove Elementary School

6.3/10

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

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About Sugar Grove Elementary School

Sugar Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Terre Haute, IN, part of Vigo County School Corp. Sugar Grove Elementary School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Sugar Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #981 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Sugar Grove Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Sugar Grove 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 Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.9% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.3% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.9 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,792
Chronic Absenteeism31%

Sugar Grove Elementary School — Students at Sugar Grove Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 56.9% (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
67%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
52%
2025
Math
36%
ELA
34.8%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Sugar Grove Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
46th percentile in IN
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.0%

Location

2800 Wallace Av, Terre Haute, IN 47802

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sugar Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lost Creek Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PATRICKS CATHLOIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Adelaide De Vaney Elementary Sch (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Terre Haute, see our Terre Haute schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Terre Haute 0.7 mi 7.3
Adelaide De Vaney Elementary Sch Terre Haute 0.9 mi 6.2
Woodrow Wilson Middle School Terre Haute 1.4 mi 4.2
ST PATRICKS CATHLOIC SCHOOL Terre Haute 1.4 mi 7.8
SMALL WORLD LEARNING CENTER Terre Haute 1.5 mi
Davis Park Elementary School Terre Haute 1.5 mi 4.7
Blanche E Fuqua Elementary School Terre Haute 1.5 mi 4.6
Sarah Scott Middle School Terre Haute 1.5 mi 3.4
Farrington Grove Elementary School Terre Haute 1.8 mi 3.1
Benjamin Franklin Elem School Terre Haute 2.3 mi 3.0
Booker T Washington Alt Sch Terre Haute 2.1 mi 3.6
Vigo Virtual School Academy Terre Haute 2.1 mi 3.6
Terre Haute South Vigo High School Terre Haute 2.2 mi 5.8
Deming Early Learning Center Terre Haute 2.9 mi 2.1
Terre Haute North Vigo High School Terre Haute 3.5 mi 5.2
Ouabache Elementary School Terre Haute 3.8 mi 3.6
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Terre Haute 4.0 mi 8.4
Honey Creek Middle School Terre Haute 4.2 mi 6.7
Terre Town Elementary School Terre Haute 4.8 mi 5.2
Lost Creek Elementary School Terre Haute 4.2 mi 8.2

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 Sugar Grove Elementary School

What grades does Sugar Grove Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Sugar Grove Elementary School?

Sugar Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sugar Grove Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sugar Grove Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sugar Grove Elementary School rank in IN?

Sugar Grove Elementary School ranks #981 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Sugar Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sugar Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Sugar Grove Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sugar Grove Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sugar Grove Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Sugar Grove Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

80.7% of students at Sugar Grove 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
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
14 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Vigo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.0%

District

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

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