Overview

Mark Twain Primary School is a magnet school in Kankakee, IL, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 8 elementary schools in Kankakee School District 111.

School Rating

Mark Twain Primary School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
1/10
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Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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Students With Disabilities

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School


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Neighborhood

2250 East Court Street
Kankakee, IL 60901
School leader: Dr Vernita Sims
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