Serving 87 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mark Twain Special Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mark Twain Special Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mark Twain Special Center's student population of 87 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mark Twain Special Center ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mark Twain Special Center is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
12%
Hispanic
47%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mark Twain Special Center's ranking?
Mark Twain Special Center is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mark Twain Special Center often compared to?
Mark Twain Special Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Orange County Special Education, Canyon Hills by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mark Twain Special Center?
The graduation rate of Mark Twain Special Center is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 83%.
How many students attend Mark Twain Special Center?
87 students attend Mark Twain Special Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mark Twain Special Center students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mark Twain Special Center?
Mark Twain Special Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Mark Twain Special Center offer ?
Mark Twain Special Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Mark Twain Special Center part of?
Mark Twain Special Center is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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