Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Twain Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Twain Elementary School's student population of 314 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Twain Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twain Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1369 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
43%
36%
Black
9%
5%
White
31%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twain Elementary School's ranking?
Twain Elementary School is ranked #1369 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Twain Elementary School?
314 students attend Twain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Twain Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twain Elementary School?
Twain Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Twain Elementary School offer ?
Twain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Twain Elementary School part of?
Twain Elementary School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of El Paso.
In what neighborhood is Twain Elementary School located?
Twain Elementary School is located in the East Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 17 other public schools located in East Colorado Springs.
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