For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 350 students in Maxwell, CA.
The top ranked public schools in Maxwell, CA are Maxwell Elementary School, Maxwell Middle School and Maxwell Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Maxwell, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Maxwell have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public 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
Rank: #33.
Maxwell Sr High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
515 Oak St.
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2291
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2291
Grades: 9-12
| 116 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 schools in Maxwell, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Maxwell, CA include Maxwell Elementary School, Maxwell Middle School and Maxwell Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Maxwell?
3 public schools are located in Maxwell.
What is the racial composition of students in Maxwell?
Maxwell public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Maxwell are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Maxwell include: Maxwell Middle School vs. Maxwell Elementary School, Maxwell Elementary School vs. Maxwell Middle School
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