Serving 1,038 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,038 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mark Twain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mark Twain Elementary School's student population of 1,038 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
1,038 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mark Twain Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 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
#2160 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA 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 #2160 out of 9,602 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
1,038 students attend Mark Twain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Mark Twain Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 12% 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 25:1, 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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