Alexander Elementary vs Mark Twain Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Elementary
Iowa City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
436 students
Mark Twain Elementary
Iowa City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
213 students
| Measure | Alexander Elementary Iowa City, Iowa | Mark Twain Elementary Iowa City, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #609 of 654 | #608 of 654 |
| National rank | #25931 of 50,301 | #25899 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 436 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.9% | 66.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 9.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 42% |
| city | Iowa City | Iowa City |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (48.8 vs 48.9).
- •Alexander Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 42%).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.7% vs 75.9%).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 11.5).
- •Alexander Elementary is the larger school with 436 students compared with 213.
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 Alexander Elementary better than Mark Twain Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alexander Elementary and Mark Twain Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Iowa City and Iowa City in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Elementary: 436. Mark Twain Elementary: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Elementary and Mark Twain Elementary rank in Iowa?
Alexander Elementary is 609th of 654 and Mark Twain Elementary is 608th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).