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#1151 of 2,221 schools in MO
Mark Twain Elem.
Elementary School · BRENTWOOD
2350 ST. CLAIR AVE, Brentwood, MO 63144
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,151 of 2,221
In Brentwood
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
BRENTWOOD
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Mark Twain Elem.
Elementary School in Brentwood · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mark Twain Elem.
Mark Twain Elem. is a public elementary school in Brentwood, MO, part of BRENTWOOD. Mark Twain Elem. serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mark Twain Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,151 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Mark Twain Elem. show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 159 students, Mark Twain Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Mark Twain Elem. 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 Elem. — Students at Mark Twain Elem. score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from MO 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: 2.9/10.
How Mark Twain Elem. Compares
See how Mark Twain Elem. 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
2350 ST. CLAIR AVE, Brentwood, MO 63144
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mark Twain Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AVERY ELEM. (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. Another option is MCGRATH ELEM. (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brentwood, see our Brentwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Brentwood | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| BRENTWOOD MIDDLE Brentwood | 0.6 mi | 9.6 |
| BRENTWOOD HIGH Brentwood | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| MCGRATH ELEM. Brentwood | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| BRENTWOOD EARLY CHILDHD CENTER Brentwood | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| AVERY ELEM. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ST LOUIS St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maplewood | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HGTS. HIGH Maplewood | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| MRH MIDDLE Maplewood | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| THE COLLEGE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| IMMACOLATA SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL Webster Groves | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| DR. HENRY GIVENS JR. ELEM. St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| HOLY CROSS ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| GREAT CIRCLE EDGEWOOD CHILDREN'S CENTER St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| WEBSTER GROVES HIGH St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| FAITH ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.7 mi | — |
| GLENRIDGE ELEM. Clayton | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,312
Median Home Value
$278,800
Median Rent
$1,429/mo
Population
9,580
College Educated
75.4%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GORDON PARKS ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 6.3 |
| RUSHVILLE ELEM. Rushville, MO | 6.3 |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 6.3 |
| ST BRIDGET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific, MO | 6.3 |
| ST CLARE OF ASSISI SCHOOL Ellisville, MO | 6.3 |
| ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs, MO | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mark Twain Elem.
What grades does Mark Twain Elem. serve?
Mark Twain Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mark Twain Elem.?
Mark Twain Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elem. is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mark Twain Elem. rank in MO?
Mark Twain Elem. ranks #1,151 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Mark Twain Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Mark Twain Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mark Twain Elem. has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mark Twain Elem. a charter school?
No, Mark Twain Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mark Twain Elem. a Title I school?
No, Mark Twain Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mark Twain Elem.?
18.2% of students at Mark Twain Elem. 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
- 159
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.1%
- Phone
- (314) 962-0613
Resources & Links
District
BRENTWOOD- District Enrollment
- 796
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,646
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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