Summary:
Twain Harte is served by a single K-8 elementary school, Twain Harte Elementary, which enrolls 258 students within the Twain Harte district.
This school shows a mixed academic profile, with its strongest performance in Science, where student proficiency exceeds the state average. Performance varies significantly by grade level; third graders perform well above state averages in both English and Math, while middle school grades, particularly fifth and seventh, show notable dips in proficiency. The school's statewide ranking has declined over the past few years, though it maintains a consistent 3-star rating.
Key challenges include a chronic absenteeism rate higher than the state average and serving a student population where about two-thirds qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. Despite per-student spending being above the California average, these factors likely impact overall outcomes. For parents, the school demonstrates clear strengths in early elementary education and science but suggests that support during the middle-grade transitions could be beneficial for student success.
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