Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maxey Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maxey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Maxey Elementary School's student population of 689 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maxey Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maxey Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 902 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
76%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maxey Elementary School's ranking?
Maxey Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Maxey Elementary School often compared to?
Maxey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kloefkorn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Maxey Elementary School?
689 students attend Maxey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Maxey Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maxey Elementary School?
Maxey Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Maxey Elementary School offer ?
Maxey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Maxey Elementary School part of?
Maxey Elementary School is part of Lincoln Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Maxey Elementary School located?
Maxey Elementary School is located in the Edenton North neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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