Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Davis Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davis Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Davis Park Elementary School's student population of 326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Motto
You can't hide our Dolphin Pride
School Mascot
Dolphin
School Rankings
Davis Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davis Park Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1154 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
12%
13%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis Park Elementary School's ranking?
Davis Park Elementary School is ranked #1154 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Davis Park Elementary School often compared to?
Davis Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adelaide De Vaney Elementary School, Terre Town Elementary School, Ouabache Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Davis Park Elementary School?
326 students attend Davis Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Davis Park Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davis Park Elementary School?
Davis Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Davis Park Elementary School offer ?
Davis Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Davis Park Elementary School part of?
Davis Park Elementary School is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Davis Park Elementary School located?
Davis Park Elementary School is located in the Thompson Park neighborhood of Terre Haute, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Thompson Park.
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