Serving 486 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 24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Truman Middle School's student population of 486 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Each Child for Success
School Rankings
Truman Middle 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 Middle School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1795 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
7%
15%
White
66%
67%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #1795 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Truman Middle School often compared to?
Truman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robidoux Middle School, Bode Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Truman Middle School?
486 students attend Truman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Truman Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Truman Middle School?
Truman Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Truman Middle School offer ?
Truman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Truman Middle School part of?
Truman Middle School is part of St. Joseph School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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.
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