Serving 425 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 38%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harry S. Truman Elementary School serves the northern part of Parlin, NJ, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 2.7 miles at its furthest point.
- 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:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Harry S. Truman Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Harry S. Truman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry S. Truman Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#744 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
13%
11%
Hispanic
21%
35%
Black
16%
14%
White
41%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry S. Truman Elementary School's ranking?
Harry S. Truman Elementary School is ranked #744 out of 2,184 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, Dwight D. Eisenhower 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 38% 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?
425 students attend Harry S. Truman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Harry S. Truman Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% 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 11:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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