Very Good
#1747 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 18% in state
Mark Twain Elementary
Elementary School · Lawndale Elementary
4161 West 147th St., Lawndale, CA 90260
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,747 of 9,539
In Lawndale
#4 of 13
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Lawndale Elementary
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Mark Twain Elementary
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About Mark Twain Elementary
Mark Twain Elementary is a public elementary school in Lawndale, CA, part of Lawndale Elementary. Mark Twain Elementary serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mark Twain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,747 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mark Twain Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mark Twain Elementary runs 24.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Mark Twain Elementary — Students at Mark Twain Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Mark Twain Elementary Compares
See how Mark Twain Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4161 West 147th St., Lawndale, CA 90260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mark Twain Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William Anderson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Torrance), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Jefferson (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lawndale, see our Lawndale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Will Rogers Middle Lawndale | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| William Anderson Elementary Lawndale | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Renaissance County Community Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Catherine Laboure Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Torrance | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Environmental Charter High - Gardena Gardena | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Leuzinger High Lawndale | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| LIMAI ACADEMY Gardena | 0.8 mi | — |
| Evelyn Carr Elementary Torrance | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Bud Carson Middle Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Da Vinci RISE High El Segundo | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Jefferson Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Rising Stars Academy Elementary Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | — |
| Jane Addams Middle Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Environmental Charter High - Lawndale Lawndale | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Lucille J. Smith Elementary Lawndale | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Zela Davis Hawthorne | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| William Green Elementary Lawndale | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,736
Median Home Value
$745,700
Median Rent
$1,877/mo
Population
32,379
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
36.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ada S. Nelson Elementary Whittier, CA | 7.9 |
| Agnes M. Baptist Elementary Modesto, CA | 7.9 |
| Alianza Charter Watsonville, CA | 7.9 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.9 |
| Banyan Elementary Alta Loma, CA | 7.9 |
| Bird Rock Elementary La Jolla, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mark Twain Elementary
What grades does Mark Twain Elementary serve?
Mark Twain Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mark Twain Elementary?
Mark Twain Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elementary is 24.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mark Twain Elementary rank in CA?
Mark Twain Elementary ranks #1,747 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mark Twain Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mark Twain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mark Twain Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mark Twain Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mark Twain Elementary a charter school?
No, Mark Twain Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mark Twain Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mark Twain Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mark Twain Elementary?
61.8% of students at Mark Twain Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 568
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.8%
- Phone
- (310) 675-9134
Resources & Links
District
Lawndale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,420
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,200
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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