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#148 of 1,791 schools in MA

Top 8% in state

Truro Central

Elementary School · Truro

P O Box 2029, Truro, MA 02666

Enrollment

91

Student-Teacher

5.7:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts elementary schools

#92 of 1,022

School environment

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Truro Central

Truro Central is a public elementary school in Truro, MA, part of the Truro. The school serves approximately 91 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 91.8th percentile among MA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 43% proficiency in math, 1 points above the state average and 50% in reading/language arts, 6 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $111,344, where 74% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a fringe town setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 91 students, Truro Central is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 5.7:1, Truro Central offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-0.59 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5%
Math vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.9 pts
Overall Proficiency45%
Expected (poverty-adj.)30%
vs. Expected+14.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.8Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio5.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$52,604

Truro Central — Students at Truro Central score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.6%
School
State
42.1%
ELA Proficiency 50.2%
School
State
44.5%

Based on 52 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
42.1%
ELA
51.9%
2021*
Math
46.9%
ELA
66.9%
2022
Math
37.6%
ELA
53.6%
2023
Math
41.3%
ELA
39.3%
2024
Math
32.3%
ELA
35.7%
2025
Math
62.5%
ELA
45%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Truro Central Compares

See how Truro Central performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
92th percentile in MA
Academic
7.8/10
7.8/10
Growth
8.4/10
Above average
Environment
9.8/10
Above average

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 9.1/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Chatham), which scores slightly higher. 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 8.4/10, 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 6.9
Provincetown Schools Provincetown 6.5 mi 4.2
Nauset Regional High North Eastham 12.2 mi 7.6
Eastham Elementary Eastham 13.2 mi 6.9
Nauset Regional Middle Orleans 16.7 mi 6.1
Orleans Elementary Orleans 16.9 mi 8.6
Eddy Elementary Brewster 17.7 mi 6.3
Stony Brook Elementary Brewster 18.0 mi 7.9
LATHAM SCHOOL Brewster 18.2 mi 6.1
THE LAUREL SCHOOL Brewster 19.6 mi 5.4
Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical Harwich 21.2 mi 6.8
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School East Harwich 21.3 mi 5.8
Monomoy Regional High School Harwich 22.7 mi 7.4
Harwich Elementary School Harwich 23.1 mi 7.2
Monomoy Regional Middle School Chatham 22.9 mi 7.5
Chatham Elementary School Chatham 23.6 mi 9.1
Ezra H Baker Innovation School West Dennis 24.5 mi 7.7
Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School South Yarmouth 24.2 mi 6.3
Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School South Yarmouth 24.2 mi 6.2
Station Avenue Elementary South Yarmouth 24.3 mi 8.4

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Truro Central has a median household income of $111,344. It is a well-educated community where 74% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $670,700. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Shutesbury Elementary Shutesbury, MA 8.4
ALHUDA ACADEMY Worcester, MA 8.7
Chester Elementary Chester, MA 8.3
Gill Elementary Gill, MA 8.7
AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury, MA 8.8
Alighieri Dante Montessori School East Boston, MA 8.8

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 is ranked #148 out of 1,791 schools in MA.

What is Truro Central's MySchoolScout rating?

Truro Central has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Truro Central?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Truro Central has 42.6% math proficiency and 50.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (710/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Truro). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Truro
District Enrollment
91
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$60,131
District Rank
#1 of 1

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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