Serving 1,033 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mark Twain Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,033 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mark Twain Elementary serves the southeast part of Riverside, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mark Twain Elementary School's student population of 1,033 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
1,033 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mark Twain Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mark Twain Elementary School is 0.67, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2033 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
13%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
48%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
28%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mark Twain Elementary School's ranking?
Mark Twain Elementary School is ranked #2033 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mark Twain Elementary School often compared to?
Mark Twain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, John F. Kennedy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mark Twain Elementary School?
1,033 students attend Mark Twain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Mark Twain Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mark Twain Elementary School?
Mark Twain Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mark Twain Elementary School offer ?
Mark Twain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mark Twain Elementary School part of?
Mark Twain Elementary School is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mark Twain Elementary School located?
Mark Twain Elementary School is located in the Orangecrest neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Orangecrest.
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