Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maxwell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maxwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Maxwell Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maxwell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maxwell Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#389 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
90%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maxwell Elementary School's ranking?
Maxwell Elementary School is ranked #389 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Maxwell Elementary School often compared to?
Maxwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nicely Elementary School, Fort Allen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Maxwell Elementary School?
422 students attend Maxwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Maxwell Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maxwell Elementary School?
Maxwell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maxwell Elementary School offer ?
Maxwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Maxwell Elementary School part of?
Maxwell Elementary School is part of Hempfield Area School District.
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