TWAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
TWAIN EL is a public elementary school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 884 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 51 teachers, TWAIN EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
TWAIN ELementary School (Mark TWAIN ELementary) is a highly regarded public school located in the Braeswood Place neighborhood of Houston, Texas, serving students within the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Known for its strong academic reputation and diverse student body, the school is frequently recognized for its rigorous curriculum and dedicated faculty. It occupies a prominent role in the local community, often benefiting from active parent involvement and a supportive neighborhood culture that prioritizes educational excellence.
As an HISD campus, TWAIN ELementary emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that balances core academic subjects with enrichment opportunities. The school is particularly noted for its commitment to creating an inclusive and nurturing environment that caters to various learning needs. Its location on Braes Boulevard places it in a stable, well-established area of Houston, making it a desirable choice for families living within the school’s attendance zone who are looking for a foundational elementary experience that prepares students for success in middle and high school.
For more information, contact TWAIN EL at (713) 295-5230 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
HOUSTON, TX 77025-1224
(713) 295-5230
http://www.houstonisd.org
TWAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in HOUSTON, TX with about 884 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- HOUSTON ISD
- Total Students:
- 884
- Teachers:
- 51.36
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 884 students
- White
- 44.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 22.4%
- Asian
- 21.3%
- Black or African American
- 7.5%
- Two or more races
- 4.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 46.8%
- Male
- 53.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.