Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Twain Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Twain Elementary School's student population of 426 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Twain Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twain Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2898 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
53%
55%
Black
12%
5%
White
17%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twain Elementary School's ranking?
Twain Elementary School is ranked #2898 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Twain Elementary School?
426 students attend Twain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Twain Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Twain Elementary School?
Twain Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Twain Elementary School offer ?
Twain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Twain Elementary School part of?
Twain Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Twain Elementary School located?
Twain Elementary School is located in the Lakewood Village neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lakewood Village.
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