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Harry S. Truman School

Elementary School · Granite District

4639 S 3200 W, West Valley City, UT 84119

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#796 of 1,015

In West Valley City

#19 of 35

public schools

In district

#43 of 84

Granite District

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Harry S. Truman School

5.0/10

Elementary School in West Valley City · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harry S. Truman School

Harry S. Truman School is a public elementary school in West Valley City, UT, part of Granite District. Harry S.

Truman School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Harry S. Truman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #796 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Harry S. Truman School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • UT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.6% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.3% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,000
Chronic Absenteeism27.1%

Harry S. Truman School — Students at Harry S. Truman School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 29 test records from UT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
26%
ELA
24%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
20%
2025
Math
30.6%
ELA
23.3%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Harry S. Truman School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
22th percentile in UT
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.1%

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

4639 S 3200 W, West Valley City, UT 84119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harry S. Truman School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robert Frost School (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IQRA ACADEMY OF UTAH (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Salt Lake City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bennion School (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Salt Lake City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Valley City, see our West Valley City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Arcadia School Taylorsville 0.6 mi 4.4
Valley Jr High West Valley City 0.7 mi 5.7
Robert Frost School West Valley City 0.6 mi 7.8
Rolling Meadows School West Valley City 1.1 mi 6.1
SMALL WORLD CHILD CARE West Valley City 1.0 mi
IQRA ACADEMY OF UTAH Salt Lake City 1.1 mi 7.0
Vista School Taylorsville 1.0 mi 5.1
Pioneer School West Valley City 1.3 mi 5.4
Bennion School Salt Lake City 1.6 mi 6.2
Taylorsville School Salt Lake City 1.3 mi 3.7
Kearns Jr High Kearns 1.5 mi 4.0
David Gourley School Kearns 1.5 mi 5.6
Eisenhower Jr High Taylorsville 1.5 mi 5.2
Granger High West Valley City 1.9 mi 4.0
Bennion Jr High Taylorsville 2.0 mi 4.3
Granger School West Valley City 1.9 mi 3.6
West Lake Jr High West Valley City 2.1 mi 5.1
BENNION LEARNING CENTER Taylorsville 2.1 mi
Taylorsville High Taylorsville 1.8 mi 4.7
John C. Fremont School Taylorsville 1.7 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,616

Median Home Value

$341,800

Median Rent

$1,418/mo

Population

50,745

College Educated

16.5%

Homeownership

54.7%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

28.8

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Valley View School Roy, UT 5.0
Douglas T. Orchard School West Valley City, UT 4.9
Franklin School Salt Lake City, UT 5.1
Fremont School Sunset, UT 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harry S. Truman School

What grades does Harry S. Truman School serve?

Harry S. Truman School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Harry S. Truman School?

Harry S. Truman School has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Harry S. Truman School is 18.7:1. 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 School rank in UT?

Harry S. Truman School ranks #796 of 1,015 schools in UT.

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

Harry S. Truman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harry S. Truman School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harry S. Truman School a charter school?

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

Is Harry S. Truman School a Title I school?

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

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

61.3% of students at Harry S. Truman School 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
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Salt Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.1%

District

Granite District
District Enrollment
60,270
Schools in District
86
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,000
District Rank
#43 of 84

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