For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 39 students in Maxwell, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Maxwell, NM is Maxwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Maxwell, NM public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Maxwell have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Maxwell, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maxwell Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4th St And Parque
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Gr: PK-6 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Maxwell, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Maxwell, NM include Maxwell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Maxwell?
1 public elementary schools are located in Maxwell.
What is the racial composition of students in Maxwell?
Maxwell public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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