Mark Twain Early Learning Center serves 232 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mark Twain Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mark Twain Early Learning Center's student population of 232 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mark Twain Early Learning Center is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
8%
15%
White
60%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mark Twain Early Learning Center?
232 students attend Mark Twain Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mark Twain Early Learning Center students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mark Twain Early Learning Center?
Mark Twain Early Learning Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mark Twain Early Learning Center offer ?
Mark Twain Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Mark Twain Early Learning Center part of?
Mark Twain Early Learning Center is part of St. Joseph School District.
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