Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Twain Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Twain Elementary School's student population of 447 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Twain Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Twain Elementary School?
447 students attend Twain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Twain Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Twain Elementary School?
Twain Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Twain Elementary School offer ?
Twain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Twain Elementary School part of?
Twain Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Twain Elementary School located?
Twain Elementary School is located in the Lakewood Village neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lakewood Village.
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