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#5299 of 9,539 schools in CA
Maxson Elementary
Elementary School · Mountain View Elementary
12380 Felipe St., EL Monte, CA 91732
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,299 of 9,539
In EL Monte
#18 of 25
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Mountain View Elementary
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Maxson Elementary
Elementary School in EL Monte · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Maxson Elementary
Maxson Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Monte, CA, part of Mountain View Elementary. Maxson Elementary serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Maxson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,299 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Maxson Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Maxson Elementary runs 21.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
39% of students at Maxson Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Maxson Elementary — Students at Maxson Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.
How Maxson Elementary Compares
See how Maxson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12380 Felipe St., EL Monte, CA 91732
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maxson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilkerson Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Temple (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby South El Monte), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Lexington Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Monte, see our EL Monte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Parkview Elementary El Monte | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Mountain View High El Monte | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Willard F. Payne Elementary El Monte | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Monte Vista Elementary El Monte | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Wallen L. Andrews Whittier | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Baker Elementary El Monte | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| El Monte High El Monte | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Epiphany Catholic South El Monte | 1.2 mi | — |
| EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL South El Monte | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Miramonte Elementary El Monte | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Monte | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| New Temple South El Monte | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Columbia Elementary El Monte | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Twin Lakes Elementary El Monte | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Wilkerson Elementary El Monte | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Dean L. Shively South El Monte | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| South El Monte High South El Monte | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| New Lexington Elementary El Monte | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Don Julian Elementary La Puente | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Nativity El Monte | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91732 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,172
Median Home Value
$628,400
Median Rent
$1,752/mo
Population
58,056
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
43.6%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
38.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maxson Elementary
What grades does Maxson Elementary serve?
Maxson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Maxson Elementary?
Maxson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maxson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Maxson Elementary is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maxson Elementary rank in CA?
Maxson Elementary ranks #5,299 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Maxson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Maxson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Maxson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maxson Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Maxson Elementary a charter school?
No, Maxson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maxson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Maxson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maxson Elementary?
67.0% of students at Maxson Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (626) 652-4500
Resources & Links
District
Mountain View Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,642
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,188
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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