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#1506 of 2,221 schools in MO

Truman Elem.

Elementary School · MERAMEC VALLEY R-III

101 INDIAN WARPATH DR, Pacific, MO 63069

Enrollment

201

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,506 of 2,221

In Pacific

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

MERAMEC VALLEY R-III

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Truman Elem.

5.5/10

Elementary School in Pacific · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.1/10

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About Truman Elem.

Truman Elem. is a public elementary school in Pacific, MO, part of MERAMEC VALLEY R-III. Truman Elem. serves approximately 201 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Truman Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,506 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Truman Elem. show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Truman Elem. were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.5% (2024 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.2% (2024 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2024 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 MAP)
vs. Expected-5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,973
Chronic Absenteeism30.8%

Truman Elem. — Students at Truman Elem. score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
48.4% (2024 MAP)
ELA Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
48.6% (2024 MAP)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
44.6%
ELA
34.3%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Truman Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in MO
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

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

101 INDIAN WARPATH DR, Pacific, MO 63069

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Truman Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Augusta Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Augusta), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLEMAN ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Villa Ridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GEGGIE ELEM. (rated 6.9/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Eureka), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pacific, see our Pacific schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.1 mi
School Distance Rating
PACIFIC HIGH Pacific 0.2 mi 4.1
RIVERBEND SCH. Pacific 1.3 mi 5.5
PACIFIC INTERMEDIATE Pacific 1.4 mi 3.6
ZITZMAN ELEM. Pacific 1.4 mi 3.4
DORIS HOFFMAN EARLY LEARNING C Pacific 1.5 mi 5.1
ST BRIDGET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific 2.0 mi 6.3
COLEMAN ELEM. Villa Ridge 3.8 mi 7.4
ROBERTSVILLE ELEM. Robertsville 5.1 mi 6.2
NIKE ELEM. Catawissa 5.2 mi 3.8
Labadie Elementary Labadie 5.1 mi 6.5
THE FULTON SCHOOL AT ST ALBANS Saint Albans 6.2 mi 6.9
CROSSPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Villa Ridge 6.5 mi 7.6
EUREKA ELEM. Eureka 6.7 mi 6.6
Augusta Elementary Augusta 8.4 mi 8.4
ST MARK'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eureka 7.9 mi 6.0
GEGGIE ELEM. Eureka 8.2 mi 6.9
EUREKA SR. HIGH Eureka 8.5 mi 7.2
WILDWOOD MIDDLE Wildwood 9.5 mi 8.2
BLEVINS ELEM. Eureka 8.6 mi 4.6
LASALLE SPRINGS MIDDLE Wildwood 9.1 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,063

Median Home Value

$271,200

Median Rent

$913/mo

Population

14,760

College Educated

30.1%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

44.7

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IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Perryville, MO 5.5
MADGE T. JAMES KIND. CTR. Webb City, MO 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Truman Elem.

What grades does Truman Elem. serve?

Truman Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Truman Elem.?

Truman Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 201 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Truman Elem. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Truman Elem. rank in MO?

Truman Elem. ranks #1,506 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Truman Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Truman Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Truman Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Truman Elem. has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Truman Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Truman Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

49.3% of students at 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
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

District

MERAMEC VALLEY R-III
District Enrollment
3,044
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,973
District Rank
#3 of 9

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