Mark Twain Elementary vs Tomas Rivera Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mark Twain Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
1,033 students
Tomas Rivera Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
699 students
| Measure | Mark Twain Elementary Riverside, California | Tomas Rivera Elementary Riverside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1730 of 5,693 | #1393 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #22791 of 50,301 | #18621 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,033 | 699 |
| Enrollment | 1,033 | 699 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.5% | 54.6% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 25.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 57% |
| city | Riverside | Riverside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tomas Rivera Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.4 vs 53.4).
- •Tomas Rivera Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 53%).
- •Tomas Rivera Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 60%).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.5% vs 54.6%).
- •Tomas Rivera Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.9 vs 26.5).
- •Mark Twain Elementary is the larger school with 1,033 students compared with 699.
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 Tomas Rivera Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Tomas Rivera Elementary ranks higher (59.4 vs 53.4 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 Tomas Rivera Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Riverside and Riverside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mark Twain Elementary: 1,033. Tomas Rivera Elementary: 699. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mark Twain Elementary and Tomas Rivera Elementary rank in California?
Mark Twain Elementary is 1730th of 5,693 and Tomas Rivera Elementary is 1393rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).