Serving 303 students in grades 3-5, Truman Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Truman Elementary School serves the west part of Norman, OK, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Truman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Truman Elementary School's student population of 303 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Truman Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Truman Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#292 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
19%
21%
Black
5%
8%
White
54%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Truman Elementary School's ranking?
Truman Elementary School is ranked #292 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Truman Elementary School often compared to?
Truman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ronald Reagan Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Truman Elementary School?
303 students attend Truman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Truman Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Truman Elementary School?
Truman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
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 Norman School District.
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