Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Twillman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri 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 Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Twillman Elementary School's student population of 273 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
A Culture of High Expectations and Excellence
School Rankings
Twillman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twillman Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2002 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
88%
15%
White
1%
67%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twillman Elementary School's ranking?
Twillman Elementary School is ranked #2002 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Twillman Elementary School often compared to?
Twillman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larimore Elementary School, Arrowpoint 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 40% MO state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Twillman Elementary School?
273 students attend Twillman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Twillman Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twillman Elementary School?
Twillman Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Twillman Elementary School offer ?
Twillman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Twillman Elementary School part of?
Twillman Elementary School is part of Hazelwood School District.
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