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Twin Branch Elementary School

Elementary School · School City of Mishawaka

3810 Lincoln Way E, Mishawaka, IN 46544

Enrollment

296

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,139 of 1,823

In Mishawaka

#8 of 18

public schools

In district

#1 of 10

School City of Mishawaka

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Twin Branch Elementary School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Mishawaka · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Twin Branch Elementary School

Twin Branch Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mishawaka, IN, part of School City of Mishawaka. Twin Branch Elementary School serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Twin Branch Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,139 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Twin Branch Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 4.1
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.2% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+0.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.4 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+14.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,614
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Twin Branch Elementary School — Students at Twin Branch Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 64.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 40 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
47%
2025
Math
52.3%
ELA
46.4%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Twin Branch Elementary School Compares

See how Twin Branch Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in IN
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3810 Lincoln Way E, Mishawaka, IN 46544

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Twin Branch Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bittersweet Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT EDISON LAKES (rated 8.1/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mishawaka, see our Mishawaka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Mishawaka 0.6 mi 7.9
Fred J Hums Elementary School Mishawaka 0.9 mi 5.0
Elsie Rogers Elementary School Mishawaka 1.1 mi 7.1
Schmucker Middle School Mishawaka 1.2 mi 6.5
Penn High School Mishawaka 1.2 mi 7.5
Bittersweet Elementary School Mishawaka 1.5 mi 8.1
Beiger Elementary School Mishawaka 1.6 mi 4.1
Elm Road Elementary School Mishawaka 2.4 mi 7.6
Moran Elementary School Osceola 2.0 mi 7.4
Mishawaka High School Mishawaka 2.2 mi 4.7
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mishawaka 3.2 mi 7.2
Battell Elementary School Mishawaka 2.8 mi 5.0
Virgil I Grissom Middle School Mishawaka 3.8 mi 5.5
Liberty Elementary School Mishawaka 3.1 mi 3.0
Walt Disney Elementary School Mishawaka 3.5 mi 6.3
Emmons Elementary School Mishawaka 3.2 mi 3.1
MISHAWAKA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mishawaka 3.3 mi 5.5
ST JOSEPH CAMPUS Mishawaka 3.3 mi 6.6
THE MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT EDISON LAKES Mishawaka 3.7 mi 8.1
John J Young Middle School Mishawaka 3.4 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,873

Median Home Value

$151,100

Median Rent

$1,018/mo

Population

31,138

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

66.4%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

18%

Median Age

35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Twin Branch Elementary School

What grades does Twin Branch Elementary School serve?

Twin Branch Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Twin Branch Elementary School?

Twin Branch Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Twin Branch Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Twin Branch Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Twin Branch Elementary School rank in IN?

Twin Branch Elementary School ranks #1,139 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Twin Branch Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Twin Branch Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Twin Branch Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Twin Branch Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Twin Branch Elementary School a charter school?

No, Twin Branch Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Twin Branch Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Twin Branch Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Twin Branch Elementary School?

59.1% of students at Twin Branch Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
St. Joseph County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

School City of Mishawaka
District Enrollment
5,034
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,614
District Rank
#1 of 10

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