Serving 831 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School's student population of 831 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
831 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7284 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School's ranking?
Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School is ranked #7284 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School?
831 students attend Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School?
Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School offer ?
Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School part of?
Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School is part of Stockton Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School located?
Maxine Hong Kingston Elementary School is located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Lakeview.
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