Truman Middle School

3227 Olive
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 449 students in grades 7-8, Truman Middle 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 17% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 449 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Bottom 50% in MO
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Truman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

Truman Middle School's student population of 449 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
449 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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School Rankings

Truman Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Truman Middle School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MO)
#1768 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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17%
37%
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27%
46%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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American Indian
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Asian
n/a
2%
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Hispanic
12%
8%
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Black
8%
15%
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White
67%
69%
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Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.52
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Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
6%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Truman Middle School's ranking?
Truman Middle School is ranked #1768 out of 2,092 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Truman Middle School?
449 students attend Truman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Truman Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Truman Middle School?
Truman Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Truman Middle School offer ?
Truman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Truman Middle School part of?
Truman Middle School is part of St. Joseph School District.

School Reviews

5   8/11/2023
I have found that this school is exceptional in the teaching of children. All the teachers have been extremely helpful when it came to homework. Such caring people who really want your child to succeed. This school was wonderful when I attended and still is for my child.
- Posted by Parent - Debbie DeSpain

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 449 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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