Excel School vs Mark Twain Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Excel School
Springfield · Public high · Grades 6–12
23 students
Mark Twain Elem.
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
356 students
| Measure | Excel School Springfield, Missouri | Mark Twain Elem. Springfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #931 of 1,159 |
| National rank | – | #37685 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 23 | 356 |
| Enrollment | 23 | 356 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87% | 68.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 27% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (30.6 vs 31.3).
- •Mark Twain Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.8% vs 87%).
- •Excel School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 14.8).
- •Mark Twain Elem. is the larger school with 356 students compared with 23.
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 Excel School better than Mark Twain Elem.?
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 Excel School and Mark Twain Elem.?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Excel School: 23. Mark Twain Elem.: 356. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Excel School and Mark Twain Elem. rank in Missouri?
Excel School is unranked and Mark Twain Elem. is 931st of 1,159 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).