Serving 145 students in grades 7-12, Maxwell High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maxwell High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Maxwell, NE, covering approximately 330 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maxwell High School's student population of 145 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Maxwell High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maxwell High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#531 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maxwell High School's ranking?
Maxwell High School is ranked #531 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Maxwell High School often compared to?
Maxwell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hershey High School, North Platte High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maxwell High School?
The graduation rate of Maxwell High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Maxwell High School?
145 students attend Maxwell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Maxwell High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maxwell High School?
Maxwell High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Maxwell High School offer ?
Maxwell High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maxwell High School part of?
Maxwell High School is part of Maxwell School District.
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