Average
#1600 of 2,228 schools in WA
Mark Twain Elementary
Elementary School · Pasco School District
1801 N ROAD 40, Pasco, WA 99301
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,600 of 2,228
In Pasco
#18 of 28
public schools
In district
#18 of 28
Pasco School District
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Mark Twain Elementary
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About Mark Twain Elementary
Mark Twain Elementary is a public elementary school in Pasco, WA, part of Pasco School District. Mark Twain Elementary serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mark Twain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,600 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mark Twain Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
42% 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 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA 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: 5.4/10.
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
1801 N ROAD 40, Pasco, WA 99301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mark Twain Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westgate Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Kennewick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawthorne Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Kennewick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Kennewick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pasco, see our Pasco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ugrad ESD123 Re-Engagement Program Pasco | 0.2 mi | — |
| TRI-CITY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Pasco | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Pasco | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Stevens Middle School Pasco | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Rowena Chess Elementary Pasco | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Robert Frost Elementary Pasco | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| James McGee Elementary Pasco | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| New Horizons High School Pasco | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Emerson Elementary Pasco | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PATRICK'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pasco | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Kennewick | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Amistad Elementary School Kennewick | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Captain Gray STEM Elementary Pasco | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Keewaydin Discovery Center Kennewick | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Pasco Senior High School Pasco | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Phoenix High School Kennewick | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Westgate Elementary School Kennewick | 2.7 mi | 8.8 |
| ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kennewick | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Kennewick High School Kennewick | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Rosalind Franklin STEM Elementary Pasco | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,517
Median Home Value
$353,300
Median Rent
$1,195/mo
Population
86,467
College Educated
21.5%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
30.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chinook Elementary School Auburn, WA | 5.3 |
| College Place Elementary Lynnwood, WA | 5.3 |
| Columbia Valley Elementary Vancouver, WA | 5.3 |
| Des Moines Elementary Des Moines, WA | 5.3 |
| Horizon Elementary Everett, WA | 5.3 |
| Linwood Elementary Spokane, WA | 5.3 |
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 550 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mark Twain Elementary is 15.7:1. 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 WA?
Mark Twain Elementary ranks #1,600 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mark Twain Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mark Twain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mark Twain Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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?
71.5% 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
- 550
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (509) 543-6794
Resources & Links
District
Pasco School District- District Enrollment
- 18,840
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,151
- District Rank
- #18 of 28
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