Serving 717 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harry S Truman School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harry S Truman School's student population of 717 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 96% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
717 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
2020
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harry S Truman School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry S Truman School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1071 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
23%
11%
Black
65%
42%
White
7%
41%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry S Truman School's ranking?
Harry S Truman School is ranked #1071 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Harry S Truman School often compared to?
Harry S Truman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like L.h. Marrero Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Harry S Truman School?
717 students attend Harry S Truman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Harry S Truman School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harry S Truman School?
Harry S Truman School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harry S Truman School offer ?
Harry S Truman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harry S Truman School part of?
Harry S Truman School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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