Very Good
#646 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 29% in state
Mark Twain Elem.
Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII
2352 S WEAVER, Springfield, MO 65807
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#646 of 2,221
In Springfield
#22 of 58
public schools
In district
#20 of 53
SPRINGFIELD R-XII
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Mark Twain Elem.
Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 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 Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. Mark Twain Elem. serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mark Twain Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #646 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Mark Twain Elem. show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Mark Twain Elem. — Students at Mark Twain Elem. score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 7.8/10.
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
2352 S WEAVER, Springfield, MO 65807
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mark Twain Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCGREGOR ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SUNSHINE ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| INFINITY ACADEMY Springfield | 1.0 mi | — |
| HOLLAND ELEM. Springfield | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SUNSHINE ELEM. Springfield | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| PARKVIEW HIGH Springfield | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| EXCEL SCHOOL Springfield | 1.3 mi | — |
| COWDEN ELEM. Springfield | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| NEW COVENANT ACADEMY Springfield | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| THE SUMMIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Springfield | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Springfield | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| MCGREGOR ELEM. Springfield | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| KICKAPOO HIGH Springfield | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| DATEMA HOUSE Springfield | 2.0 mi | — |
| JARRETT MIDDLE Springfield | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| DISCOVERY GARDEN MONTESSORI Springfield | 1.8 mi | — |
| CAMPBELL ELEM. Springfield | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SHERWOOD ELEM. Springfield | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| LAKELAND REGIONAL SCHOOL Springfield | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Springfield | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| U.SCHOOL Springfield | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,271
Median Home Value
$174,000
Median Rent
$994/mo
Population
56,680
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEAUFORT ELEM. Beaufort, MO | 7.3 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEM. Columbia, MO | 7.3 |
| CLINTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Clinton, MO | 7.3 |
| CLYDE HAMRICK ELEM. Imperial, MO | 7.3 |
| COMPASS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.3 |
| FAIRVIEW PRIMARY Jennings, MO | 7.3 |
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 5th.
How many students attend Mark Twain Elem.?
Mark Twain Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elem. is 13.5:1. 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 #646 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Mark Twain Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Mark Twain Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% 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.?
70.0% 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Greene County
- Phone
- (417) 523-4300
Resources & Links
District
SPRINGFIELD R-XII- District Enrollment
- 24,267
- Schools in District
- 57
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,461
- District Rank
- #20 of 53
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