Very Good
#361 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 28% in state
Mark Twain Elementary
Elementary School · Iowa City Comm School District
1355 DeForest Avenue, Iowa City, IA 52240
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#361 of 1,280
In Iowa City
#4 of 17
public schools
In district
#7 of 29
Iowa City Comm School District
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Mark Twain Elementary
Mark Twain Elementary is a public elementary school in Iowa City, IA, part of Iowa City Comm School District. Mark Twain Elementary serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mark Twain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #361 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Mark Twain Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mark Twain Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Mark Twain Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Mark Twain Elementary — Students at Mark Twain Elementary score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Mark Twain Elementary Compares
See how Mark Twain Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1355 DeForest Avenue, Iowa City, IA 52240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mark Twain Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Herbert Hoover Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Alexander Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Horace Mann Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Iowa City, see our Iowa City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,189
Median Home Value
$241,100
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
36,046
College Educated
46.6%
Homeownership
50.9%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
28.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Center Point-Urbana Intermediate School Center Point, IA | 7.5 |
| Collins-Maxwell Elementary School Collins, IA | 7.5 |
| North Elementary School Leon, IA | 7.5 |
| Pleasant View Elementary School Webster City, IA | 7.5 |
| RRMR Elementary School Rockford, IA | 7.5 |
| Riverside Elementary School Sioux City, IA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mark Twain Elementary
What grades does Mark Twain Elementary serve?
Mark Twain Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Mark Twain Elementary?
Mark Twain Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elementary is 9.6:1. 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 IA?
Mark Twain Elementary ranks #361 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Mark Twain Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mark Twain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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?
70.1% 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 241
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Johnson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.3%
- Phone
- (319) 688-1165
Resources & Links
District
Iowa City Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 14,776
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,391
- District Rank
- #7 of 29
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