Leuzinger High vs Mark Twain Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Leuzinger High
Lawndale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,981 students
Mark Twain Elementary
Lawndale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
585 students
| Measure | Leuzinger High Lawndale, California | Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1058 of 1,343 | #1626 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14892 of 16,910 | #21457 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,981 | 585 |
| Enrollment | 1,981 | 585 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.2% | 65.5% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 24.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 62% |
| city | Lawndale | Lawndale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mark Twain Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.3 vs 22.3).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 19%).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 46%).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.5% vs 83.2%).
- •Leuzinger High does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 24.4).
- •Leuzinger High is the larger school with 1,981 students compared with 585.
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 Leuzinger High better than Mark Twain Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mark Twain Elementary ranks higher (55.3 vs 22.3 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 Leuzinger High and Mark Twain Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Lawndale and Lawndale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Leuzinger High: 1,981. Mark Twain Elementary: 585. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Leuzinger High and Mark Twain Elementary rank in California?
Leuzinger High is 1058th of 1,343 and Mark Twain Elementary is 1626th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).