Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maxfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maxfield Elementary School serves the west part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and the furthest edge located about 1.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maxfield Elementary School's student population of 331 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We believe in the transformative power of relationships.
School Rankings
Maxfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maxfield Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1621 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
55%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maxfield Elementary School's ranking?
Maxfield Elementary School is ranked #1621 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Maxfield Elementary School often compared to?
Maxfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Groveland Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Maxfield Elementary School?
331 students attend Maxfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Maxfield Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maxfield Elementary School?
Maxfield Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maxfield Elementary School offer ?
Maxfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maxfield Elementary School part of?
Maxfield Elementary School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Maxfield Elementary School located?
Maxfield Elementary School is located in the Summit University neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Summit University.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
MAXFIELD IS A WOUNDERFUL SCHOOL MS. SILAS IS A GREAT TEACHER AND I AM VERY SAD TO HAVE TO MOVE MY KIDS TO MINNEAPOLIS SCHOOL FOR I AM NOT SURE IF I WILL FIND ANYONE WHO IS SO DEDICATED TO THEIR STUDENTS- THANKS MS. SILAS TALAJAH WILL MISS YOU AND I WILL TO - CAN YOU RECOMMEND A SCHOOL IN MINNEAPOLIS THAT IS AS GREAT AS MAXFIELD.
5 10/10/2025
Love this school! Dedicated teachers that care! Great school community! Fantastic principal!
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