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#1862 of 2,221 schools in MO

Harry S. Truman Elem.

Elementary School · ROLLA 31

1001 E 18TH ST, Rolla, MO 65401

Enrollment

441

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,862 of 2,221

In Rolla

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

ROLLA 31

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Harry S. Truman Elem.

4.6/10

Elementary School in Rolla · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harry S. Truman Elem.

Harry S. Truman Elem. is a public elementary school in Rolla, MO, part of ROLLA 31. Harry S.

Truman Elem. serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Harry S. Truman Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,862 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Harry S. Truman Elem. show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-10.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+7.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.7 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+12.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,353
Chronic Absenteeism15.2%

Harry S. Truman Elem. — Students at Harry S. Truman Elem. score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
67.2%
ELA
61%
2025
Math
55.5%
ELA
51%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Harry S. Truman Elem. Compares

See how Harry S. Truman Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
16th percentile in MO
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1001 E 18TH ST, Rolla, MO 65401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harry S. Truman Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VIENNA ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. Another option is PHELPS CO. ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Edgar Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rolla, see our Rolla schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ROLLA SR. HIGH Rolla 0.6 mi 5.8
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rolla 0.7 mi 7.2
ROLLA MIDDLE Rolla 0.9 mi 4.9
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Rolla 1.2 mi 4.0
ROLLA JR. HIGH Rolla 1.2 mi 4.8
ROLLA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Rolla 1.9 mi
B W ROBINSON SCHOOL Rolla 1.9 mi 3.8
COL. JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM. Rolla 2.0 mi 6.6
ST. JAMES MIDDLE St. James 8.0 mi 8.2
NEWBURG ELEM. Newburg 8.0 mi 5.7
NEWBURG HIGH Newburg 8.0 mi 5.5
ST. JAMES HIGH St. James 8.5 mi 8.8
LUCY WORTHAM JAMES ELEM. St. James 8.5 mi 6.6
GREAT CIRCLE OF ST. JAMES Saint James 10.5 mi 7.9
DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem 17.6 mi 6.5
PHELPS CO. ELEM. Edgar Springs 17.9 mi 8.4
VIENNA ELEM. Vienna 18.6 mi 8.6
VIENNA HIGH Vienna 18.6 mi 8.3
VIENNA MIDDLE Vienna 18.6 mi 5.2
VISITATION INTER-PARISH SCHOOL Vienna 18.8 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,768

Median Home Value

$206,500

Median Rent

$796/mo

Population

32,476

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

56.1%

Avg Commute

16.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

32.5

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FOREST PARK ELEM. O'Fallon, MO 4.6
LEE A. TOLBERT COM. ACADEMY Kansas City, MO 4.6
LEE HAMILTON ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO 4.6
MARION ELEM. St. Louis, MO 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harry S. Truman Elem.

What grades does Harry S. Truman Elem. serve?

Harry S. Truman Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Harry S. Truman Elem.?

Harry S. Truman Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harry S. Truman Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Harry S. Truman Elem. 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 Harry S. Truman Elem. rank in MO?

Harry S. Truman Elem. ranks #1,862 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Harry S. Truman Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Harry S. Truman Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harry S. Truman Elem. has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harry S. Truman Elem. a charter school?

No, Harry S. Truman Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harry S. Truman Elem. a Title I school?

No, Harry S. Truman Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harry S. Truman Elem.?

57.6% of students at Harry S. Truman Elem. 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Phelps County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

District

ROLLA 31
District Enrollment
4,202
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,353
District Rank
#5 of 6

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