Serving 35 students in grades 9-12, Maxwell High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maxwell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Maxwell High School's student population of 35 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Prepare and inspire students to achieve their full potential.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Maxwell High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
54%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
21%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maxwell High School?
The graduation rate of Maxwell High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Maxwell High School?
35 students attend Maxwell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Maxwell High School students are Hispanic, and 46% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maxwell High School?
Maxwell High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maxwell High School offer ?
Maxwell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maxwell High School part of?
Maxwell High School is part of Maxwell School District.
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