TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Truman Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Cedar Rapids Comm School District school district, located in Cedar Rapids, IA with about 290 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 19 teachers, Truman Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
Truman Elementary School, located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is a public institution within the Cedar Rapids Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school serves a diverse student population, emphasizing foundational academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while providing students with opportunities to engage in collaborative projects and community-focused initiatives that prepare them for success in middle school and beyond.
Beyond core academics, Truman Elementary places a strong emphasis on school culture and family engagement. The staff is committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students feel encouraged to explore their interests and build positive relationships with their peers. By partnering with parents and the broader local community, the school aims to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application, ensuring that each child receives the personalized attention and resources necessary to thrive academically and personally.
For more information, contact Truman Elementary School at (319) 558-2375 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2375
http://www.cr.k12.ia.us/Trum
TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Cedar Rapids, IA with about 290 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Iowa
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Cedar Rapids Comm School District
- Total Students:
- 290
- Teachers:
- 19.61
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 290 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.
- White
- 76.2%
- Black or African American
- 9.7%
- Two or more races
- 7.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.8%
- Asian
- 1.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 51.0%
- Male
- 49.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.