Below Average
#8620 of 9,539 schools in CA
Rhoda Maxwell Elementary
Elementary School · Woodland Joint Unified
50 Ashley Ave., Woodland, CA 95695
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,620 of 9,539
In Woodland
#16 of 17
public schools
In district
#16 of 17
Woodland Joint Unified
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Rhoda Maxwell Elementary
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About Rhoda Maxwell Elementary
Rhoda Maxwell Elementary is a public elementary school in Woodland, CA, part of Woodland Joint Unified. Rhoda Maxwell Elementary serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Rhoda Maxwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,620 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rhoda Maxwell Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rhoda Maxwell Elementary runs 26.4:1 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 Rhoda Maxwell 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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Rhoda Maxwell Elementary — Students at Rhoda Maxwell Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Rhoda Maxwell Elementary Compares
See how Rhoda Maxwell 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
50 Ashley Ave., Woodland, CA 95695
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rhoda Maxwell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plainfield Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Freeman Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodland, see our Woodland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yolo County Special Education Woodland | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Cesar Chavez Community Woodland | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| LIFT Global Academy Woodland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Woodland Senior High Woodland | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| T. L. Whitehead Elementary Woodland | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woodland | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Freeman Elementary Woodland | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Lee Middle Woodland | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Woodland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Dingle Elementary Woodland | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Zamora Elementary Woodland | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Beamer Elementary Woodland | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Gibson Elementary Woodland | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Douglass Middle Woodland | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Plainfield Elementary Woodland | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Cache Creek High (Continuation) Yolo | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Woodland Prairie Elementary Woodland | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| WOODLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Woodland | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary Woodland | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Pioneer High Woodland | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95695 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,875
Median Home Value
$493,800
Median Rent
$1,456/mo
Population
38,787
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
37.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rhoda Maxwell Elementary
What grades does Rhoda Maxwell Elementary serve?
Rhoda Maxwell Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Rhoda Maxwell Elementary?
Rhoda Maxwell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rhoda Maxwell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rhoda Maxwell Elementary is 26.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rhoda Maxwell Elementary rank in CA?
Rhoda Maxwell Elementary ranks #8,620 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rhoda Maxwell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rhoda Maxwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Rhoda Maxwell Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rhoda Maxwell Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rhoda Maxwell Elementary a charter school?
No, Rhoda Maxwell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rhoda Maxwell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rhoda Maxwell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rhoda Maxwell Elementary?
85.4% of students at Rhoda Maxwell 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
- 370
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Yolo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.9%
- Phone
- (530) 662-1784
Resources & Links
District
Woodland Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,483
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,138
- District Rank
- #16 of 17
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