Truro

Truro, Massachusetts is home to a single standout elementary school, Truro Central, which serves grades PK-5 and has an enrollment of 91 students. The school is part of the Truro school district, which is ranked 97 out of 348 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Truro Central is an exceptional school, consistently outperforming the state average on MCAS Next Generation assessments in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. In the 2024-2025 school year, the school had significantly higher proficiency rates than the state, with 56.67% proficient or better in Mathematics and 70% proficient or better in Science. While the school's performance dipped in the 2023-2024 school year, it has shown a strong rebound, suggesting the school is taking steps to address any temporary setbacks and maintain a high level of academic achievement.

One of the key factors contributing to Truro Central's success is its very low student-teacher ratio of 5.6, which is likely allowing for more individualized attention and support for students. Additionally, the school's per-student spending of $43,114 (2020-2021 school year) is significantly higher than the state average, which may be a factor in its ability to provide a high-quality education and maintain small class sizes. Overall, Truro Central is an exceptional elementary school that is consistently delivering strong academic outcomes for its students.