Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Harry S. Truman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry S. Truman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harry S. Truman Elementary School's student population of 440 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harry S. Truman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry S. Truman Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#710 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
6%
n/a
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
9%
34%
Black
17%
15%
White
45%
38%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry S. Truman Elementary School's ranking?
Harry S. Truman Elementary School is ranked #710 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Harry S. Truman Elementary School often compared to?
Harry S. Truman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma Arleth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Harry S. Truman Elementary School?
440 students attend Harry S. Truman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Harry S. Truman Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry S. Truman Elementary School?
Harry S. Truman Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harry S. Truman Elementary School offer ?
Harry S. Truman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Harry S. Truman Elementary School part of?
Harry S. Truman Elementary School is part of Sayreville School District.
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