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Maxwell Elementary

Maxwell Unified · Colusa County · 146 North Street, Maxwell, CA 95955-0788

(530) 438-2401

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5/10
#3268
Rank 3268 out of 5,722
Top 57%
English Language Arts5/10 · #3110 · 46th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2572 · 55th percentile
Science1/10 · #5153 · 8th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Maxwell is a small agricultural town in the heart of the Sacramento Valley, and Maxwell Elementary reflects that tight-knit, everyone-knows-everyone community feel. The school punches above its weight in science, landing in the top 10% statewide — a standout strength that's easy to overlook in a district this size. Families looking for a close community school in a rural setting, where kids aren't just a number, will find a lot to appreciate here.

Student Demographics

53 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
26 (49%)
White
23 (43%)
Multiple Races
3 (6%)
Asian
1 (2%)
American Indian
1 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners19 (36%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged38 (72%)
Students with Disabilities4 (8%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

124
Enrollment
8.2
Teachers (FTE)
15.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
0.5
Administrators (FTE)
26
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #5664 · 6th percentile

2 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found