Foster Elementary vs Mark Twain Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 829 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foster Elementary
Compton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
398 students
Mark Twain Elementary
Lynwood · Public elementary · Grades K–6
542 students
| Measure | Foster Elementary Compton, California | Mark Twain Elementary Lynwood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4600 of 5,693 | #3758 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45963 of 50,301 | #41458 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 398 | 542 |
| Enrollment | 398 | 542 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.9% | 92.8% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 33% |
| city | Compton | Lynwood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mark Twain Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.4 vs 18.2).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 29%).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 32%).
- •Foster Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.9% vs 92.8%).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.7 vs 26.5).
- •Mark Twain Elementary is the larger school with 542 students compared with 398.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Foster Elementary better than Mark Twain Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mark Twain Elementary ranks higher (25.4 vs 18.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Foster Elementary and Mark Twain Elementary?
About 829 m in a straight line, between Compton and Lynwood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foster Elementary: 398. Mark Twain Elementary: 542. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foster Elementary and Mark Twain Elementary rank in California?
Foster Elementary is 4600th of 5,693 and Mark Twain Elementary is 3758th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).