Serving 702 students in grades 6-8, Truman Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Truman Middle School's student population of 702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Truman Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Truman Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#920 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
82%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Truman Middle School's ranking?
Truman Middle School is ranked #920 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Truman Middle School?
702 students attend Truman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Truman Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Truman Middle School?
Truman Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Truman Middle School offer ?
Truman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Truman Middle School part of?
Truman Middle School is part of Lindbergh Schools School District.
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