Serving 955 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 20:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 955 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mark Twain Middle School's student population of 955 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
955 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mark Twain Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mark Twain Middle School is 0.66, 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
#3062 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Mark Twain Middle School is ranked #3062 out of 9,602 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
955 students attend Mark Twain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mark Twain Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 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 20:1, 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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