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#2027 of 2,221 schools in MO

Mark Twain Elem.

Elementary School · ROLLA 31

1100 MARK TWAIN DR, Rolla, MO 65401

Enrollment

477

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#2,027 of 2,221

In Rolla

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

ROLLA 31

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Mark Twain Elem.

4.0/10

Elementary School in Rolla · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.9/10

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4.8/10

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About Mark Twain Elem.

Mark Twain Elem. is a public elementary school in Rolla, MO, part of ROLLA 31. Mark Twain Elem. serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mark Twain Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,027 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Mark Twain Elem. show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-8.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.9% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-3.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.4 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,353
Chronic Absenteeism12.6%

Mark Twain Elem. — Students at Mark Twain Elem. score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
51.7%
ELA
52.2%
2025
Math
44.7%
ELA
42.9%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Mark Twain Elem. Compares

See how Mark Twain Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
9th percentile in MO
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

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

1100 MARK TWAIN DR, Rolla, MO 65401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mark Twain Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VIENNA ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 19.6 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. Another option is PHELPS CO. ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby Edgar Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rolla, see our Rolla schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ROLLA MIDDLE Rolla 0.3 mi 4.9
ROLLA JR. HIGH Rolla 0.4 mi 4.8
ROLLA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Rolla 0.8 mi
ROLLA SR. HIGH Rolla 0.8 mi 5.8
HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Rolla 1.2 mi 4.6
B W ROBINSON SCHOOL Rolla 1.1 mi 3.8
COL. JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM. Rolla 1.3 mi 6.6
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rolla 1.4 mi 7.2
ST. JAMES MIDDLE St. James 8.3 mi 8.2
NEWBURG ELEM. Newburg 8.0 mi 5.7
NEWBURG HIGH Newburg 8.0 mi 5.5
ST. JAMES HIGH St. James 8.7 mi 8.8
LUCY WORTHAM JAMES ELEM. St. James 8.7 mi 6.6
GREAT CIRCLE OF ST. JAMES Saint James 10.6 mi 7.9
DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem 16.4 mi 6.5
PHELPS CO. ELEM. Edgar Springs 17.0 mi 8.4
VIENNA ELEM. Vienna 19.6 mi 8.6
VIENNA HIGH Vienna 19.6 mi 8.3
VIENNA MIDDLE Vienna 19.6 mi 5.2
VISITATION INTER-PARISH SCHOOL Vienna 19.9 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,768

Median Home Value

$206,500

Median Rent

$796/mo

Population

32,476

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

56.1%

Avg Commute

16.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

32.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ARROWPOINT ELEM. St. Louis, MO 4.0
BUTLER ELEM. Butler, MO 4.0
GATEWAY ELEM. St. Louis, MO 4.0
MACON ELEMENTARY Macon, MO 4.0
MCCURDY ELEM. Florissant, MO 4.0
PLEASANT LEA ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mark Twain Elem.

What grades does Mark Twain Elem. serve?

Mark Twain Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Mark Twain Elem.?

Mark Twain Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elem. is 14.5:1. 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 #2,027 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Mark Twain Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Mark Twain Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% 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.?

49.7% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Phelps County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

District

ROLLA 31
District Enrollment
4,202
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,353
District Rank
#6 of 6

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