Very Good
#250 of 864 schools in NM
Top 29% in state
Mark Twain Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
6316 CONSTITUTION AVE NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#250 of 864
In Albuquerque
#54 of 190
public schools
In district
#41 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Mark Twain Elementary
Mark Twain Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Mark Twain Elementary serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Mark Twain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #250 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Mark Twain Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at Mark Twain Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mark Twain Elementary — Students at Mark Twain Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
102.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
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
6316 CONSTITUTION AVE NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mark Twain Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ECADEMY K-8 (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ZIA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW FUTURES HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ECADEMY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ECADEMY K-8 Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| INEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| FREEDOM HIGH Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ALICE KING COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| SALAM ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SALAM ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| LA MESA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| ZUNI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| HAYES MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ZIA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| HIGHLAND AUTISM CENTER Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | — |
| NEW MEXICO ACADEMY FOR THE MEDIA ARTS Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CORAL COMMUNITY CHARTER Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| HIGHLAND HIGH Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,593
Median Home Value
$251,400
Median Rent
$1,096/mo
Population
40,142
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
41.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBUQUERQUE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 7.0 |
| BEN ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY Lovington, NM | 7.0 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 7.0 |
| DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Belen, NM | 7.0 |
| GONZALES ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 7.0 |
| MCCOY AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec, NM | 7.0 |
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 5th.
How many students attend Mark Twain Elementary?
Mark Twain Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elementary is 11:1. 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 NM?
Mark Twain Elementary ranks #250 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Mark Twain Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mark Twain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mark Twain Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
102.6% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 102.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.3%
- Phone
- (505) 255-8337
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #41 of 169
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