Mark Twain Elementary vs William Anderson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 841 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mark Twain Elementary
Lawndale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
585 students
William Anderson Elementary
Lawndale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
572 students
| Measure | Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale, California | William Anderson Elementary Lawndale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1626 of 5,693 | #3026 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #21457 of 50,301 | #36290 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 585 | 572 |
| Enrollment | 585 | 572 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.5% | 89.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 43% |
| city | Lawndale | Lawndale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mark Twain Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.3 vs 33.5).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 43%).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 50%).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.5% vs 89.7%).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.4 vs 24.9).
- •Mark Twain Elementary is the larger school with 585 students compared with 572.
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 Mark Twain Elementary better than William Anderson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mark Twain Elementary ranks higher (55.3 vs 33.5 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 Mark Twain Elementary and William Anderson Elementary?
About 841 m in a straight line, between Lawndale and Lawndale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mark Twain Elementary: 585. William Anderson Elementary: 572. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mark Twain Elementary and William Anderson Elementary rank in California?
Mark Twain Elementary is 1626th of 5,693 and William Anderson Elementary is 3026th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).