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Mark Twain Elementary

Lawndale Elementary · Los Angeles County · 3728 West 154th Street, Lawndale, CA 90260-2464

(310) 675-9134 · twain.lawndalesd.net/

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8/10
#1184
Rank 1184 out of 5,722
Top 21%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1399 · 76th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #1037 · 82nd percentile
Science9/10 · #1114 · 80th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Mark Twain Elementary sits in the heart of Lawndale, a tight-knit South Bay community that flies a little under the radar compared to its beachside neighbors but offers families a more grounded, affordable slice of the LA area. The school performs solidly across the board, with particular strength in math and science, making it a good fit for families who want a well-rounded academic foundation without the pressure-cooker feel of some higher-profile districts. It's the kind of neighborhood school where community ties run deep, and for families planting roots in the South Bay, it's a genuinely reassuring option.

Student Demographics

265 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
193 (73%)
White
28 (11%)
Asian
11 (4%)
African American
10 (4%)
Multiple Races
10 (4%)
Other
13 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners85 (32%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged175 (66%)
Students with Disabilities38 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

585
Enrollment
26.6
Teachers (FTE)
22:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
18.6
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #996 · 84th percentile

221 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found