Excellent
#166 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 9% in state
Truro Central
Elementary School · Truro
P O Box 2029, Truro, MA 02666
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#166 of 1,793
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Truro Central
Truro Central is a public elementary school in Truro, MA, part of Truro. Truro Central serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Truro Central has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #166 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Truro Central show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Truro Central is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.7:1 students to teachers, Truro Central sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Truro Central — Students at Truro Central score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 74 test records from MA 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: 8.9/10.
How Truro Central Compares
See how Truro Central performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P O Box 2029, Truro, MA 02666
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Truro Central may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chatham Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Chatham), with a very similar rating. Another option is Orleans Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Orleans), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Station Avenue Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 24.3 miles away, in nearby South Yarmouth), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Truro, see our Truro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wellfleet Elementary Wellfleet | 5.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Provincetown Schools Provincetown | 6.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Nauset Regional High North Eastham | 12.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Eastham Elementary Eastham | 13.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Nauset Regional Middle Orleans | 16.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Orleans Elementary Orleans | 16.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Eddy Elementary Brewster | 17.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Stony Brook Elementary Brewster | 18.0 mi | 8.0 |
| LATHAM SCHOOL Brewster | 18.2 mi | 6.1 |
| THE LAUREL SCHOOL Brewster | 19.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical Harwich | 21.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School East Harwich | 21.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Monomoy Regional High School Harwich | 22.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Harwich Elementary School Harwich | 23.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Monomoy Regional Middle School Chatham | 22.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Chatham Elementary School Chatham | 23.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Ezra H Baker Innovation School West Dennis | 24.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School South Yarmouth | 24.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School South Yarmouth | 24.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Station Avenue Elementary South Yarmouth | 24.3 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02666 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,344
Median Home Value
$670,700
Population
751
College Educated
74%
Homeownership
89.3%
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
68.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALHUDA ACADEMY Worcester, MA | 8.7 |
| Chester Elementary Chester, MA | 8.6 |
| AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury, MA | 8.8 |
| Shutesbury Elementary Shutesbury, MA | 8.3 |
| New Marlborough Central Sheffield, MA | 8.2 |
| DELPHI ACADEMY Milton, MA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Truro Central
What grades does Truro Central serve?
Truro Central serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Truro Central?
Truro Central has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Truro Central?
The student-teacher ratio at Truro Central is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Truro Central rank in MA?
Truro Central ranks #166 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Truro Central's MySchoolScout rating?
Truro Central has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Truro Central?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Truro Central has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Truro Central a charter school?
No, Truro Central is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Truro Central a Title I school?
No, Truro Central is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Barnstable County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (508) 487-1558
Resources & Links
District
Truro- District Enrollment
- 91
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $60,131
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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