Carl Sandburg Elem School vs Mark Twain Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carl Sandburg Elem School
Charleston · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
555 students
Mark Twain Elem School
Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
221 students
| Measure | Carl Sandburg Elem School Charleston, Illinois | Mark Twain Elem School Charleston, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1407 of 2,303 | #528 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #37398 of 50,301 | #18343 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–3 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 555 | 221 |
| Enrollment | 555 | 221 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.6% | 50.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | Charleston | Charleston |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mark Twain Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.8 vs 31.7).
- •Mark Twain Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.7% vs 54.6%).
- •Mark Twain Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.2).
- •Carl Sandburg Elem School is the larger school with 555 students compared with 221.
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 Carl Sandburg Elem School better than Mark Twain Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Mark Twain Elem School ranks higher (59.8 vs 31.7 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 Carl Sandburg Elem School and Mark Twain Elem School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Charleston and Charleston in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carl Sandburg Elem School: 555. Mark Twain Elem School: 221. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carl Sandburg Elem School and Mark Twain Elem School rank in Illinois?
Carl Sandburg Elem School is 1407th of 2,303 and Mark Twain Elem School is 528th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).