Below Average
#802 of 990 schools in CT
Truman School
Elementary School · New Haven School District
114 Truman St., New Haven, CT 06519
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#802 of 990
In New Haven
#15 of 42
public schools
In district
#13 of 37
New Haven School District
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Truman School
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About Truman School
Truman School is a public elementary school in New Haven, CT, part of New Haven School District. Truman School serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Truman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #802 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Truman School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Truman School 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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Truman School — Students at Truman School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Truman School Compares
See how Truman School 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
114 Truman St., New Haven, CT 06519
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Truman School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby West Haven), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness (rated 5.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Forest School (rated 4.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby West Haven), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Haven, see our New Haven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06519 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,394
Median Home Value
$247,600
Median Rent
$1,356/mo
Population
15,426
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
25.7%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.5%
Median Age
34.5
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| Bowers School Manchester, CT | 4.5 |
| Glastonbury/East Hartford Magnet School Glastonbury, CT | 4.5 |
| Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School New London, CT | 4.5 |
| Vogel-Wetmore School Torrington, CT | 4.5 |
| Breakthrough Magnet School South Hartford, CT | 4.6 |
| Celentano BioTech Health and Medical Magnet School New Haven, CT | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Truman School
What grades does Truman School serve?
Truman School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Truman School?
Truman School has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Truman School?
The student-teacher ratio at Truman School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Truman School rank in CT?
Truman School ranks #802 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Truman School's MySchoolScout rating?
Truman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Truman School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Truman School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Truman School a charter school?
No, Truman School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Truman School a Title I school?
No, Truman School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Truman School?
82.9% of students at Truman School 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 462
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 7
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (475) 220-2100
Resources & Links
District
New Haven School District- District Enrollment
- 18,966
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,603
- District Rank
- #13 of 37
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