Serving 870 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Twain Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 870 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Twain Elementary School's student population of 870 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
870 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Twain Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twain Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#272 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
38%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twain Elementary School's ranking?
Twain Elementary School is ranked #272 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Twain Elementary School often compared to?
Twain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Twain Elementary School?
870 students attend Twain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Twain Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Twain Elementary School?
Twain Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Twain Elementary School offer ?
Twain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Twain Elementary School part of?
Twain Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Twain Elementary School located?
Twain Elementary School is located in the Braeswood neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Braeswood.
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