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#458 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 21% in state

Harry S. Truman Elem.

Elementary School · WEBB CITY R-VII

810 N HWY D, Webb City, MO 64870

Enrollment

284

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

2nd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#458 of 2,221

In Webb City

#2 of 10

public schools

In district

#3 of 11

WEBB CITY R-VII

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Harry S. Truman Elem.

7.7/10

Elementary School in Webb City · grades 2nd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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About Harry S. Truman Elem.

Harry S. Truman Elem. is a public elementary school in Webb City, MO, part of WEBB CITY R-VII. Harry S.

Truman Elem. serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Harry S. Truman Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #458 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Harry S. Truman Elem. show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.3% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+21.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+22.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,386
Chronic Absenteeism5.3%

Harry S. Truman Elem. — Students at Harry S. Truman Elem. score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 77.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 35 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
82%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
79%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
79%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
65.4%
ELA
68.3%
2025
Math
69.7%
ELA
67.4%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Harry S. Truman Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
79th percentile in MO
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

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

810 N HWY D, Webb City, MO 64870

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harry S. Truman Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARTERVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Carterville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MARK TWAIN ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. (rated 6.7/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Joplin), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Webb City, see our Webb City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
BESS TRUMAN PRIMARY CTR. Webb City 0.1 mi 5.9
HERITAGE PRESCHOOL Webb City 3.0 mi 3.2
MADGE T. JAMES KIND. CTR. Webb City 3.2 mi 5.5
WEBB CITY MIDDLE Webb City 3.2 mi 5.6
WEBSTER PRIMARY CTR. Webb City 3.2 mi 5.2
WEBB CITY HIGH Webb City 3.3 mi 6.3
CARTERVILLE ELEM. Carterville 3.4 mi 8.5
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Webb City 3.4 mi 8.5
WEBB CITY JR. HIGH Webb City 3.8 mi 6.5
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Webb City 4.1 mi 3.6
PLEASANT VALLEY ELEM. Carthage 4.4 mi 6.0
ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin 6.6 mi 6.7
COLLEGE VIEW SCHOOL Joplin 6.8 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 7.3 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
BOURBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bourbon, MO 7.7
COVERDELL ELEM. St. Charles, MO 7.7
FATIMA ELEM. Westphalia, MO 7.7
FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty, MO 7.7
KEARNEY ELEM. Kearney, MO 7.7
LONE JACK ELEM. Lone Jack, MO 7.7

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 2nd through 4th.

How many students attend Harry S. Truman Elem.?

Harry S. Truman Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Harry S. Truman Elem. is 15.8:1. 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 #458 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 7.7 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 Harry S. Truman Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harry S. Truman Elem. has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% 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.?

43.7% 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Jasper County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

District

WEBB CITY R-VII
District Enrollment
4,618
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,386
District Rank
#3 of 11

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