Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Terrace Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Terrace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Terrace Elementary School's student population of 510 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Terrace Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Terrace Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#131 out of 1763 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
2%
13%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
West Terrace Elementary School is ranked #131 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are West Terrace Elementary School often compared to?
West Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel Wertz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend West Terrace Elementary School?
510 students attend West Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of West Terrace Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Terrace Elementary School?
West Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Terrace Elementary School offer ?
West Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Terrace Elementary School part of?
West Terrace Elementary School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is West Terrace Elementary School located?
West Terrace Elementary School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Evansville, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Westside.
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