For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 232 students in the neighborhood of Twain, Iowa City, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Twain is Mark Twain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Twain, Iowa City, IA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 69% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in the neighborhood of Twain, Iowa City, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1355 Deforest Avenue
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1165
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1165
Gr: PK-5 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of Twain, Iowa City, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of Twain, Iowa City, IA include Mark Twain Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Twain City?
1 public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Twain City.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Twain City?
the neighborhood of Twain City public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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