Mark Twain Elementary School

Serving 488 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mark Twain Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 488 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Top 50% in IL
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mark Twain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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School Overview

Mark Twain Elementary School's student population of 488 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026

School Rankings

Mark Twain Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mark Twain Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#1580 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
29%
27%
24%
30%
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
43%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
5%
17%
White
25%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.72
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mark Twain Elementary School's ranking?
Mark Twain Elementary School is ranked #1580 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mark Twain Elementary School often compared to?
Mark Twain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apollo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mark Twain Elementary School?
488 students attend Mark Twain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mark Twain Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mark Twain Elementary School?
Mark Twain Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mark Twain Elementary School offer ?
Mark Twain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mark Twain Elementary School part of?
Mark Twain Elementary School is part of East Maine SD 63 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 488 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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