Very Good
#2781 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Maxwell Middle
Middle School · Maxwell Unified
PO Box 788, Maxwell, CA 95955
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,781 of 9,539
In Maxwell
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Maxwell Unified
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Maxwell Middle
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About Maxwell Middle
Maxwell Middle is a public middle school in Maxwell, CA, part of Maxwell Unified. Maxwell Middle serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Maxwell Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,781 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Maxwell Middle show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 95 students, Maxwell Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Maxwell Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Maxwell Middle runs 23.8:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Maxwell Middle — Students at Maxwell Middle score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Maxwell Middle Compares
See how Maxwell Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 788, Maxwell, CA 95955
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maxwell Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. George T. Egling Middle (rated 6.4/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Colusa), with a comparable rating. Another option is Willows Intermediate (rated 4.7/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Willows), a more accessible option. Additionally, Williams Upper Elementary (rated 3.7/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Williams), a more accessible option. For more schools in Maxwell, see our Maxwell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maxwell Elementary Maxwell | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Maxwell Sr High Maxwell | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Williams Junior/Senior High Williams | 8.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Williams Upper Elementary Williams | 8.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Williams Primary Elementary Williams | 9.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Mid Valley High (Continuation) Williams | 9.0 mi | — |
| S. William Abel Academy Williams | 8.8 mi | — |
| Coastal Buttes Academy Williams | 8.8 mi | — |
| Colusa Alternative Home Colusa | 10.6 mi | — |
| Colusa High Colusa | 10.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Colusa Alternative High (Continuation) Colusa | 10.8 mi | — |
| George T. Egling Middle Colusa | 10.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Colusa | 10.9 mi | — |
| James M. Burchfield Primary Colusa | 11.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Princeton High Princeton | 12.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Princeton Elementary Princeton | 13.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Willows Intermediate Willows | 16.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Glenn County Special Education Willows | 16.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Willows Community High Willows | 16.5 mi | — |
| Willows High Willows | 16.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95955 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,500
Median Home Value
$288,500
Median Rent
$1,326/mo
Population
1,311
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
70.8%
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
31.6
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| Oakland Unity Middle Oakland, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maxwell Middle
What grades does Maxwell Middle serve?
Maxwell Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Maxwell Middle?
Maxwell Middle has an enrollment of approximately 95 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maxwell Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Maxwell Middle is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maxwell Middle rank in CA?
Maxwell Middle ranks #2,781 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Maxwell Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Maxwell Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Maxwell Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maxwell Middle has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Maxwell Middle a charter school?
No, Maxwell Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maxwell Middle a Title I school?
No, Maxwell Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maxwell Middle?
57.9% of students at Maxwell Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 95
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Colusa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (530) 438-2401
Resources & Links
District
Maxwell Unified- District Enrollment
- 350
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,438
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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