Serving 501 students in grades 3-5, Truman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Truman Elementary School's student population of 501 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today...Leading Tomorrow...Together!
School Rankings
Truman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Truman Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1603 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
89%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Truman Elementary School's ranking?
Truman Elementary School is ranked #1603 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Truman Elementary School?
501 students attend Truman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Truman Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Truman Elementary School?
Truman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Truman Elementary School offer ?
Truman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Truman Elementary School part of?
Truman Elementary School is part of Nevada R-V School District.
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