Serving 1,698 students in grades 9-12, Truman Sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Truman Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Truman Sr. High School's student population of 1,698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Tiger
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
School Rankings
Truman Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Truman Sr. High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1852 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
19%
14%
White
48%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Truman Sr. High School's ranking?
Truman Sr. High School is ranked #1852 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Truman Sr. High School often compared to?
Truman Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennsbury High School, Neshaminy High School, Bensalem Twp High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Truman Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Truman Sr. High School is 81%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Truman Sr. High School?
1,698 students attend Truman Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Truman Sr. High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Truman Sr. High School?
Truman Sr. High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Truman Sr. High School offer ?
Truman Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Truman Sr. High School part of?
Truman Sr. High School is part of Bristol Township School District.
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