Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William S Maxey Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William S Maxey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
William S Maxey Elementary School's student population of 508 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William S Maxey Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William S Maxey Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1010 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
38%
37%
Black
40%
21%
White
13%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William S Maxey Elementary School's ranking?
William S Maxey Elementary School is ranked #1010 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are William S Maxey Elementary School often compared to?
William S Maxey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dillard Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend William S Maxey Elementary School?
508 students attend William S Maxey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of William S Maxey Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William S Maxey Elementary School?
William S Maxey Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does William S Maxey Elementary School offer ?
William S Maxey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William S Maxey Elementary School part of?
William S Maxey Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
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