Serving 694 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mark Twain Dual Language Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mark Twain Dual Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mark Twain Dual Language Academy's student population of 694 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
694 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Mark Twain Dual Language Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mark Twain Dual Language Academy is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1650 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mark Twain Dual Language Academy's ranking?
Mark Twain Dual Language Academy is ranked #1650 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mark Twain Dual Language Academy often compared to?
Mark Twain Dual Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Great Hearts Monte Vista by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mark Twain Dual Language Academy?
694 students attend Mark Twain Dual Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Mark Twain Dual Language Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mark Twain Dual Language Academy?
Mark Twain Dual Language Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mark Twain Dual Language Academy offer ?
Mark Twain Dual Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mark Twain Dual Language Academy part of?
Mark Twain Dual Language Academy is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mark Twain Dual Language Academy located?
Mark Twain Dual Language Academy is located in the Midtown neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown.
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