Jefferson Elem School vs Mark Twain Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem School
Charleston · Public middle · Grades 4–6
698 students
Mark Twain Elem School
Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
221 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Charleston, Illinois | Mark Twain Elem School Charleston, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #564 of 670 | #528 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #13231 of 15,369 | #18343 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 698 | 221 |
| Enrollment | 698 | 221 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.6% | 50.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | – |
| Math proficiency | 11% | – |
| city | Charleston | Charleston |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mark Twain Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.8 vs 23.0).
- •Mark Twain Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.7% vs 51.6%).
- •Mark Twain Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 16.2).
- •Jefferson Elem School is the larger school with 698 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 Jefferson Elem School better than Mark Twain Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Mark Twain Elem School ranks higher (59.8 vs 23.0 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 Jefferson Elem School and Mark Twain Elem School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Charleston and Charleston in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 698. Mark Twain Elem School: 221. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Mark Twain Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 564th of 670 and Mark Twain Elem School is 528th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).