Serving 974 students in grades 6-8, Mark Twain Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 974 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mark Twain Middle serves the southwest part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mark Twain Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mark Twain Middle School's student population of 974 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
974 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Sharks
School Rankings
Mark Twain Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mark Twain Middle 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
#3221 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Sharks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mark Twain Middle School's ranking?
Mark Twain Middle School is ranked #3221 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mark Twain Middle School often compared to?
Mark Twain Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marina Del Rey Middle School, Westside Global Awareness Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mark Twain Middle School?
974 students attend Mark Twain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mark Twain Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mark Twain Middle School?
Mark Twain Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mark Twain Middle School offer ?
Mark Twain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mark Twain Middle School part of?
Mark Twain Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mark Twain Middle School located?
Mark Twain Middle School is located in the Mar Vista neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Mar Vista.
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