Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harry S Truman Elementary 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 23% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harry S Truman Elementary School serves the southeast part of Vancouver, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harry S Truman Elementary School's student population of 480 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harry S Truman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry S Truman Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1809 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry S Truman Elementary School's ranking?
Harry S Truman Elementary School is ranked #1809 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Harry S Truman Elementary School?
480 students attend Harry S Truman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Harry S Truman Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harry S Truman Elementary School?
Harry S Truman Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harry S Truman Elementary School offer ?
Harry S Truman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harry S Truman Elementary School part of?
Harry S Truman Elementary School is part of Vancouver School District.
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