Truman High School

Truman High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3301 S Noland Rd,  Independence, MO
Independence School District
3.6
2.6
1,700 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Ronda Scott
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1020
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
25%
Reading Proficiency
47%
Average GPA
3.45
Graduation Rate
91%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C-
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.45
Reading Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
25%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
88
Full Time Teachers
88
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1020
Math
490
Verbal
530
Average ACT
23
Math
22
English
23
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
46.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
355:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.1%
Female
48.9%
White
50.7%
Hispanic
20.9%
Black
15.5%
Two or more races
10.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Missouri 229 Students
University of Missouri - Kansas City 225 Students
University of Central Missouri 212 Students
Missouri State University 166 Students
Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City 152 Students
Northwest Missouri State University 138 Students
The University of Kansas 118 Students
Kansas State University 93 Students
Truman State University 89 Students
Rockhurst University 81 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 92 Students
Business 62 Students
Psychology 61 Students
Biology 55 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 46 Students
Elementary Education 30 Students
Physical Therapy 28 Students
Education 27 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 27 Students
Marketing 26 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 182 Reviews
3.0 Alum
12/3/2025
The best part of my experience at Truman High School was really getting out there by making some friends. But the worst part was how much pressure I felt to choose a career path immediately. They wanted you to choose one pathway and stick with it, but what if you need more time to think about it, you know?
4.0 Alum
7/18/2023
During my time at Truman High School, I experienced a severe mental heath related crisis. While this occurred, the teachers and faculty provided me with a lot of important support that allowed me to thrive during my last two years of school there. I found the experience at the school to be beneficial due to the support from the teachers.
3.0 Senior
3/2/2023
I didn't like the way that admin dealt with issues like bullying, etc. My education was impacted by covid so I don't feel as though my quality of learning was amazing, but I do think there are some great teachers there. Truman isn't a horrible option for public school but I wouldn't recommend it if you have access to a private school.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.6 11 Reviews
2.0 student
3/31/2026
Please home school your kids. Public is not worth it. Take the time to be involved with your child's learning. Do everything possible to make it a reality. Your kids will love you more for it and their are so many opportunities for socializing and learning the same things at a higher level than publ...
1.0 student
6/29/2025
If I could give 0 stars I would.. the teachers literally don’t care about teaching I did interviews and most of the teachers blame students for things they do.they don’t make class engaging or fun then wonder why the halls and bathrooms are filled with students during class time. On top of that they...
1.0 student
11/13/2024
My experience at this school was horrible, the first 7 weeks I didn’t have a school issued device, the classrooms are overpacked there’s barely in any walking space in each classroom, most teachers don’t care about your mental health. Your only allowed 5 passes per week and that’s it I watched a kid...
2.0 parent
9/29/2022
From the halls of Truman, you'll hear children crying from their bodies being contorted and their bones being crushed. Nobody can move throughout the hallways without slow walkers, yelling people, and a stupidly congested T. The school used to be a middle school. It's not meant for all of these peop...

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Truman High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Independence, MO and is served by the Independence School District in Missouri. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,700 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 25% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 47% are proficient in reading. Truman High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.45, the graduation rate is 91%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1020 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $241,645. Discover additional schools in the area, like William Chrisman High School, Independence Academy, Center Place Restoration School, and more. Learn more about what Independence has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Truman High School.

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