Serving 101 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 34%). 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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% 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
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mark Twain Special Center's student population of 101 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
101 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Maximizing students’ potential through appropriate support, advocacy, social interactions, and communication.
School Rankings
Mark Twain Special Center ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mark Twain Special Center is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
Asian
42%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
White
11%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 #2597 out of 9,523 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 34% 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 87%.
How many students attend Mark Twain Special Center?
101 students attend Mark Twain Special Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mark Twain Special Center students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are White.
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 21:1.
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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