Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maxwell Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maxwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Maxwell Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maxwell Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maxwell Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#224 out of 2549 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maxwell Elementary School's ranking?
Maxwell Elementary School is ranked #224 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Maxwell Elementary School often compared to?
Maxwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Allen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Maxwell Elementary School?
425 students attend Maxwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Maxwell Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maxwell Elementary School?
Maxwell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maxwell Elementary School offer ?
Maxwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Maxwell Elementary School part of?
Maxwell Elementary School is part of Hempfield Area SD School District.
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