Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Truman School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Truman School's student population of 460 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Truman School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Truman School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#893 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
82%
32%
Black
8%
12%
White
2%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Truman School's ranking?
Truman School is ranked #893 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Truman School?
460 students attend Truman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Truman School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Truman School?
Truman School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Truman School offer ?
Truman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Truman School part of?
Truman School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Truman School located?
Truman School is located in the The Hill neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in The Hill.
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