Serving 850 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Twain Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Twain Elementary School serves the southwest part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Twain Elementary School's student population of 850 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
850 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1927
School Rankings
Twain Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twain Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1428 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
90%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
7%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
15%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twain Elementary School's ranking?
Twain Elementary School is ranked #1428 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Twain Elementary School often compared to?
Twain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kinzie Elementary School, Hale Elementary School, Dore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Twain Elementary School?
850 students attend Twain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Twain Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twain Elementary School?
Twain Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Twain Elementary School offer ?
Twain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Twain Elementary School part of?
Twain Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Twain Elementary School located?
Twain Elementary School is located in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Garfield Ridge.
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