West Terrace Elementary School

8000 W Terrace Dr
Evansville, IN 47712
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 10%
Serving 504 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 504 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 10% in IN
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

West Terrace Elementary School's student population of 504 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

West Terrace Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#159 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
64%
39%
59%
41%
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
89%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.21
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
West Terrace Elementary School is ranked #159 out of 1,743 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?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
504 students attend West Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of West Terrace Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Terrace Elementary School?
West Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 504 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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