Truman Elementary School serves 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Truman Elementary School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Truman Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
10%
16%
White
64%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Truman Elementary School often compared to?
Truman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas A Edison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Truman Elementary School?
406 students attend Truman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Truman Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Truman Elementary School?
Truman Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Truman Elementary School offer ?
Truman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Truman Elementary School part of?
Truman Elementary School is part of Lackawanna City School District.
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