For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 234 students in Maxwell, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Maxwell, CA are Maxwell Elementary School and Maxwell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Maxwell, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Maxwell have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Maxwell, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maxwell Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
146 North St.
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2401
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2401
Grades: K-5
| 139 students
Rank: #22.
Maxwell Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
146 North St.
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2401
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2401
Grades: 6-8
| 95 students
Maxwell, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Enid Prine High (Continuation School) (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
519 Oak St
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2291
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2291
Grades: 9-12
| 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Maxwell, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Maxwell, CA include Maxwell Elementary School and Maxwell Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Maxwell?
2 public elementary schools are located in Maxwell.
What is the racial composition of students in Maxwell?
Maxwell public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Maxwell are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Maxwell include: Maxwell Middle School vs. Maxwell Elementary School, Maxwell Elementary School vs. Maxwell Middle School
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