Serving 474 students in grades Kindergarten-5, 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 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Twain Elementary serves the northeast part of Long Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Twain Elementary School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
474 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
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 Twain Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2545 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
55%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
15%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
13%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 Twain Elementary School's ranking?
Twain Elementary School is ranked #2545 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Twain Elementary School?
474 students attend Twain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Twain Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twain Elementary School?
Twain Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Twain Elementary School offer ?
Twain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Twain Elementary School part of?
Twain Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Twain Elementary School located?
Twain Elementary School is located in the Lakewood Village neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lakewood Village.
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