Bess Truman Primary Center serves 188 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Attendance Zone: Bess Truman Primary Center serves the northern part of Webb City, MO, covering an area of approximately 25.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bess Truman Primary Center's student population of 188 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bess Truman Primary Center is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
81%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
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
How many students attend Bess Truman Primary Center?
188 students attend Bess Truman Primary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Bess Truman Primary Center students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bess Truman Primary Center?
Bess Truman Primary Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bess Truman Primary Center offer ?
Bess Truman Primary Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bess Truman Primary Center part of?
Bess Truman Primary Center is part of Webb City R-VII School District.
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