Alexander Graham Bell Elementary vs Mark Twain Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary
Kirkland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
503 students
Mark Twain Elementary
Kirkland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
550 students
| Measure | Alexander Graham Bell Elementary Kirkland, Washington | Mark Twain Elementary Kirkland, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #184 of 1,154 | #56 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #6506 of 50,301 | #2367 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 503 | 550 |
| Enrollment | 503 | 550 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.4% | 16.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 78% |
| city | Kirkland | Kirkland |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mark Twain Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.2 vs 77.3).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on math proficiency (78% vs 67%).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 75%).
- •Mark Twain Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.7% vs 29.4%).
- •Mark Twain Elementary is the larger school with 550 students compared with 503.
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 Graham Bell Elementary better than Mark Twain Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mark Twain Elementary ranks higher (85.2 vs 77.3 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 Alexander Graham Bell Elementary and Mark Twain Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Kirkland and Kirkland in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary: 503. Mark Twain Elementary: 550. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Graham Bell Elementary and Mark Twain Elementary rank in Washington?
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary is 184th of 1,154 and Mark Twain Elementary is 56th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).