HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Harry S. Truman Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Desert Sands Unified school district, located in La Quinta, CA with about 672 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, Harry S. Truman Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Harry S. Truman Elementary School is a public institution located in La Quinta, California, serving students within the Desert Sands Unified School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes core curriculum development, student engagement, and social-emotional growth. By utilizing the resources provided by the district, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for middle school and beyond through a blend of rigorous classroom instruction and collaborative learning experiences.

The school places a strong emphasis on building a partnership between educators, families, and the local community to ensure student success. In addition to standard academic coursework, the campus focuses on cultivating a positive school culture where students are encouraged to be responsible, respectful, and prepared for the future. For families looking for the most current information on school calendars, academic programs, or extracurricular offerings, the Desert Sands Unified School District website serves as the primary hub for administrative updates and school-specific details.

For more information, contact Harry S. Truman Elementary at (760) 777-4240 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.