Serving 527 students in grades 6-8, Truman Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Truman Middle School's student population of 527 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Truman Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Truman Middle School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1520 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)36%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)51%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
17%
25%
Black
9%
5%
White
50%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Truman Middle School's ranking?
Truman Middle School is ranked #1520 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Truman Middle School often compared to?
Truman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mason Middle School, Hilltop Heritage Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Truman Middle School?
527 students attend Truman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Truman Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Truman Middle School?
Truman Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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 Tacoma School District.
School Reviews
2 2/26/2016
I NEVER recommend this school, for any child coming out of 5th grade going into middle school. Three of my children went here, and they had terrible experiences here. The teachers are no good, the other students are bullies, and my children could barely put up with it. :(
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