Serving 95 students in grades 6-8, Maxwell Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maxwell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Maxwell Middle School's student population of 95 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maxwell Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maxwell Middle School is 0.52, 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
#4397 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maxwell Middle School's ranking?
Maxwell Middle School is ranked #4397 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Maxwell Middle School often compared to?
Maxwell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George T. Egling Middle School, Maxwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Maxwell Middle School?
95 students attend Maxwell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Maxwell Middle School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maxwell Middle School?
Maxwell Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Maxwell Middle School offer ?
Maxwell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Maxwell Middle School part of?
Maxwell Middle School is part of Maxwell Unified School District.
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