Serving 277 students in grades 2-4, Harry S. Truman Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry S. Truman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harry S. Truman Elementary School's student population of 277 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harry S. Truman Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry S. Truman Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#23 out of 2084 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
81%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry S. Truman Elementary School's ranking?
Harry S. Truman Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Harry S. Truman Elementary School?
277 students attend Harry S. Truman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Harry S. Truman Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry S. Truman Elementary School?
Harry S. Truman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harry S. Truman Elementary School offer ?
Harry S. Truman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Harry S. Truman Elementary School part of?
Harry S. Truman Elementary School is part of Webb City R-VII School District.
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