Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Harry S. Truman School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harry S. Truman School serves the southern part of West Valley City, UT, encompassing an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most residents can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harry S. Truman School's student population of 317 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
317 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Harry S. Truman School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry S. Truman School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#923 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
42%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
40%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry S. Truman School's ranking?
Harry S. Truman School is ranked #923 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Harry S. Truman School?
317 students attend Harry S. Truman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Harry S. Truman School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harry S. Truman School?
Harry S. Truman School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harry S. Truman School offer ?
Harry S. Truman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Harry S. Truman School part of?
Harry S. Truman School is part of Granite School District.
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