Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alice Maxwell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alice Maxwell Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Alice Maxwell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alice Maxwell Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#238 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
72%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
18%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alice Maxwell Elementary School's ranking?
Alice Maxwell Elementary School is ranked #238 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Alice Maxwell Elementary School?
392 students attend Alice Maxwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Alice Maxwell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alice Maxwell Elementary School?
Alice Maxwell Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Alice Maxwell Elementary School offer ?
Alice Maxwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alice Maxwell Elementary School part of?
Alice Maxwell Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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