John W Carpenter El vs Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John W Carpenter El
Dallas · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
208 students
Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted
Dallas · Public elementary · Grades K–8
244 students
| Measure | John W Carpenter El Dallas, Texas | Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted Dallas, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4498 of 4,686 | #3847 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #45791 of 50,301 | #39531 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 208 | 244 |
| Enrollment | 208 | 244 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.6% | 72.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Dallas | Dallas |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.5 vs 18.5).
- •Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.5% vs 97.6%).
- •Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.9).
- •Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted is the larger school with 244 students compared with 208.
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 John W Carpenter El better than Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted?
On the Success Index (US), Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted ranks higher (28.5 vs 18.5 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 John W Carpenter El and Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Dallas and Dallas in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John W Carpenter El: 208. Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted: 244. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John W Carpenter El and Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted rank in Texas?
John W Carpenter El is 4498th of 4,686 and Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted is 3847th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).