Below Average
#8551 of 9,539 schools in CA
Harry S. Truman Elementary
Elementary School · Desert Sands Unified
78-870 Avenue 50, La Quinta, CA 92253
Enrollment
644
Student-Teacher
25.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
644
Student-Teacher
25.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,551 of 9,539
In La Quinta
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#23 of 33
Desert Sands Unified
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Harry S. Truman Elementary
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About Harry S. Truman Elementary
Harry S. Truman Elementary is a public elementary school in La Quinta, CA, part of Desert Sands Unified. Harry S.
Truman Elementary serves approximately 644 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Harry S. Truman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,551 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Harry S. Truman Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Harry S. Truman Elementary runs 25.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
40% of students at Harry S. Truman Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Harry S. Truman Elementary — Students at Harry S. Truman Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.
How Harry S. Truman Elementary Compares
See how Harry S. Truman Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
78-870 Avenue 50, La Quinta, CA 92253
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harry S. Truman Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PALM DESERT LEARNING TREE CENTER (rated 5.4/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Palm Desert), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain Vista Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Indio), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gerald R. Ford Elementary (rated 5.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Indian Wells), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Quinta, see our La Quinta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| La Quinta Middle La Quinta | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| LA QUINTA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP La Quinta | 0.6 mi | — |
| La Quinta Christian Fellowship School La Quinta | 0.7 mi | — |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary La Quinta | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| La Quinta High La Quinta | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies Indio | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| John Glenn Middle School of International Studies Indio | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Mountain Vista Elementary Indio | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| James Madison Elementary Indio | 2.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Gerald R. Ford Elementary Indian Wells | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle La Quinta | 3.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Horizon La Quinta | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Summit High (Continuation) La Quinta | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Indio Middle Indio | 3.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Brilliant Microschool Indio | 3.5 mi | — |
| TOT STOP PRESCHOOL Palm Desert | 3.7 mi | — |
| Palm Desert Learning Tree Center Palm Desert | 3.7 mi | — |
| PALM DESERT LEARNING TREE CENTER Palm Desert | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Indio High Indio | 3.4 mi | 4.8 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Indio | 3.5 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92253 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,397
Median Home Value
$612,800
Median Rent
$1,741/mo
Population
38,281
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
74.8%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
52.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harry S. Truman Elementary
What grades does Harry S. Truman Elementary serve?
Harry S. Truman Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Harry S. Truman Elementary?
Harry S. Truman Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 644 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harry S. Truman Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Harry S. Truman Elementary is 25.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harry S. Truman Elementary rank in CA?
Harry S. Truman Elementary ranks #8,551 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Harry S. Truman Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Harry S. Truman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Harry S. Truman Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harry S. Truman Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Harry S. Truman Elementary a charter school?
No, Harry S. Truman Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harry S. Truman Elementary a Title I school?
No, Harry S. Truman Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harry S. Truman Elementary?
80.3% of students at Harry S. Truman Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 644
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.4%
- Phone
- (760) 777-4230
Resources & Links
District
Desert Sands Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,898
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,070
- District Rank
- #23 of 33
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