Needs Improvement
#2067 of 2,228 schools in WA
Harry S Truman Elementary School
Elementary School · Vancouver School District
4505 NE 42ND AVE, Vancouver, WA 98661
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#2,067 of 2,228
In Vancouver
#65 of 79
public schools
In district
#32 of 40
Vancouver School District
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Harry S Truman Elementary School
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About Harry S Truman Elementary School
Harry S Truman Elementary School is a public elementary school in Vancouver, WA, part of Vancouver School District. Harry S Truman Elementary School serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Harry S Truman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,067 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Harry S Truman Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at Harry S Truman Elementary School 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
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Harry S Truman Elementary School — Students at Harry S Truman Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How Harry S Truman Elementary School Compares
See how Harry S Truman Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4505 NE 42ND AVE, Vancouver, WA 98661
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harry S Truman Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Minnehaha Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LUPINE EXPERIENTIAL SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Martin Luther King Elementary (rated 4.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Vancouver, see our Vancouver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Elementary School Vancouver | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Vancouver Success Academy Vancouver | 0.8 mi | — |
| Lewis and Clark High School Vancouver | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Minnehaha Elementary School Vancouver | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Gate Work Study Program Vancouver | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Jim Tangeman Center Vancouver | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Fort Vancouver High School Vancouver | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| SKINNER ELEMENTARY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Vancouver | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Martin Luther King Elementary Vancouver | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| KINGS WAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vancouver | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| ESD 112 Open Doors Reengagement Vancouver | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Washington Elementary Vancouver | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| LAKESHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Vancouver | 1.4 mi | — |
| Harney Elementary School Vancouver | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Walnut Grove Elementary Vancouver | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| SONSHINE CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY Vancouver | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Washington State School for the Deaf Vancouver | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| LUPINE EXPERIENTIAL SCHOOL Vancouver | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Hudson's Bay High School Vancouver | 2.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Mcloughlin Middle School Vancouver | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98661 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,037
Median Home Value
$424,700
Median Rent
$1,440/mo
Population
52,027
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
40.9%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Helen Stafford Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 3.9 |
| Jefferson Lincoln Elementary Centralia, WA | 3.9 |
| Madrona Elementary Seatac, WA | 3.9 |
| Bay View Elementary Burlington, WA | 4.0 |
| Cedar Valley Community School Lynnwood, WA | 4.0 |
| Hazel Valley Elementary Burien, WA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harry S Truman Elementary School
What grades does Harry S Truman Elementary School serve?
Harry S Truman Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Harry S Truman Elementary School?
Harry S Truman Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harry S Truman Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harry S Truman Elementary School is 14.8:1. 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 Elementary School rank in WA?
Harry S Truman Elementary School ranks #2,067 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Harry S Truman Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harry S Truman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harry S Truman Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Harry S Truman Elementary School a charter school?
No, Harry S Truman Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harry S Truman Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Harry S Truman Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harry S Truman Elementary School?
66.3% of students at Harry S Truman Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.6%
- Phone
- (360) 313-2900
Resources & Links
District
Vancouver School District- District Enrollment
- 21,949
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,999
- District Rank
- #32 of 40
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