Dixie Bee Elementary School

1655 E Jessica Dr
Terre Haute, IN 47802
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 564 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dixie Bee Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 564 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 20% in IN
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 55% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Dixie Bee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Dixie Bee Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

Dixie Bee Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dixie Bee Elementary School is 0.42, 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)
#249 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
59%
39%
55%
41%
55-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
75%
62%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dixie Bee Elementary School's ranking?
Dixie Bee Elementary School is ranked #249 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Dixie Bee Elementary School often compared to?
Dixie Bee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoosier Prairie Elementary School, Lost Creek Elementary School, Riley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Dixie Bee Elementary School?
564 students attend Dixie Bee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dixie Bee Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dixie Bee Elementary School?
Dixie Bee Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dixie Bee Elementary School offer ?
Dixie Bee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dixie Bee Elementary School part of?
Dixie Bee Elementary School is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
The school is great, the teachers are absolutely amazing. The office staff is very very rude!!!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Kerie

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 564 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 55% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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