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#1359 of 2,221 schools in MO
Based on limited data
Bess Truman Primary Ctr.
Elementary School · WEBB CITY R-VII
800 N HWY D, Webb City, MO 64870
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,359 of 2,221
In Webb City
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
WEBB CITY R-VII
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Bess Truman Primary Ctr.
Elementary School in Webb City · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bess Truman Primary Ctr.
Bess Truman Primary Ctr. is a public elementary school in Webb City, MO, part of WEBB CITY R-VII. Bess Truman Primary Ctr. serves approximately 182 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Bess Truman Primary Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,359 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 182 students, Bess Truman Primary Ctr. 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.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Bess Truman Primary Ctr. Compares
See how Bess Truman Primary Ctr. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 N HWY D, Webb City, MO 64870
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bess Truman Primary Ctr. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARTERVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Carterville), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARK TWAIN ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Webb City, see our Webb City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Webb City | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| HERITAGE PRESCHOOL Webb City | 2.9 mi | 3.2 |
| MADGE T. JAMES KIND. CTR. Webb City | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| WEBSTER PRIMARY CTR. Webb City | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| WEBB CITY MIDDLE Webb City | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| WEBB CITY HIGH Webb City | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| CARTERVILLE ELEM. Carterville | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Webb City | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| WEBB CITY JR. HIGH Webb City | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Webb City | 4.0 mi | 3.6 |
| PLEASANT VALLEY ELEM. Carthage | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| COLLEGE VIEW SCHOOL Joplin | 6.7 mi | — |
| COLLEGE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Joplin | 6.8 mi | 5.6 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Joplin | 6.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin | 7.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Carl Junction Satellite School Carl Junction | 6.4 mi | — |
| Carl Junction Primary K-1 Carl Junction | 6.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Carl Junction Primary 2-3 Carl Junction | 6.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Carl Junction Intermediate Carl Junction | 6.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64870 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,619
Median Home Value
$166,000
Median Rent
$942/mo
Population
16,360
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
16.8 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DELTA ELEM. Delta, MO | 5.9 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GRVE SOUTH St. Louis, MO | 5.9 |
| RICHLAND ELEM. Essex, MO | 5.9 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park, MO | 5.9 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Springfield, MO | 5.9 |
| ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Mexico, MO | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bess Truman Primary Ctr.
What grades does Bess Truman Primary Ctr. serve?
Bess Truman Primary Ctr. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Bess Truman Primary Ctr.?
Bess Truman Primary Ctr. has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bess Truman Primary Ctr.?
The student-teacher ratio at Bess Truman Primary Ctr. is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bess Truman Primary Ctr. rank in MO?
Bess Truman Primary Ctr. ranks #1,359 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Bess Truman Primary Ctr.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Bess Truman Primary Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bess Truman Primary Ctr. a charter school?
No, Bess Truman Primary Ctr. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bess Truman Primary Ctr. a Title I school?
No, Bess Truman Primary Ctr. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bess Truman Primary Ctr.?
40.7% of students at Bess Truman Primary Ctr. 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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 182
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Jasper County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.3%
- Phone
- (417) 673-6055
Resources & Links
District
WEBB CITY R-VII- District Enrollment
- 4,618
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,386
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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