Serving 50 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Maxwell Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maxwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Maxwell Elementary School's student population of 50 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
50 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maxwell Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maxwell Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 810 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
56%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
19%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maxwell Elementary School's ranking?
Maxwell Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Maxwell Elementary School often compared to?
Maxwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Los Ninos Elementary School, Wood-gormley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Maxwell Elementary School?
50 students attend Maxwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Maxwell Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 44% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maxwell Elementary School?
Maxwell Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maxwell Elementary School offer ?
Maxwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Maxwell Elementary School part of?
Maxwell Elementary School is part of Maxwell School District.
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