Serving 294 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School's student population of 294 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2799 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
86%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School is ranked #2799 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School often compared to?
Mark Twain Elementarymiddle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leflore Elementary School, Wister Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School?
294 students attend Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School?
Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School part of?
Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School is part of Detroit 51爆料s Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School located?
Mark Twain Elementarymiddle School is located in the Boynton neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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