Below Average
#1437 of 1,815 schools in CO
Maxwell Elementary School
Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
14390 EAST BOLLING DRIVE, Denver, CO 80239
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,437 of 1,815
In Denver
#196 of 222
public schools
In district
#177 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
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About Maxwell Elementary School
Maxwell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Maxwell Elementary School serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Maxwell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,437 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Maxwell Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Maxwell Elementary School 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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Maxwell Elementary School — Students at Maxwell Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.
How Maxwell Elementary School Compares
See how Maxwell Elementary School 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
14390 EAST BOLLING DRIVE, Denver, CO 80239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maxwell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Aurora), which scores notably higher. Another option is COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Aurora), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oakland Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Montbello High School Denver | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Oakland Elementary Denver | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Marie L. Greenwood Academy Denver | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Escalante-Biggs Academy Denver | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Farrell B. Howell ECE-8 School Denver | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Barney Ford Elementary School Denver | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| McGlone Academy Denver | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| John H. Amesse Elementary Denver | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Lena Archuleta Elementary School Denver | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Noel Denver | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Montbello Middle School Denver | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Monarch Montessori Denver | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Academy 360 Denver | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Park Lane Elementary School Aurora | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Montbello Career and Technical High School Denver | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Northeast Early College Denver | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Aurora Science & Tech High School Aurora | 2.2 mi | — |
| COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY Aurora | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY Aurora | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| DSST: Elevate Northeast Middle School Denver | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,661
Median Home Value
$394,500
Median Rent
$1,903/mo
Population
44,077
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
58.9%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cimarron Elementary School Aurora, CO | 4.7 |
| Dupont Elementary School Commerce City, CO | 4.7 |
| Iowa Elementary School Aurora, CO | 4.7 |
| Patriot Elementary School Fort Carson, CO | 4.7 |
| Red Hawk Ridge Elementary School Centennial, CO | 4.7 |
| Riverdale Elementary School Thornton, CO | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maxwell Elementary School
What grades does Maxwell Elementary School serve?
Maxwell Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Maxwell Elementary School?
Maxwell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maxwell Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Maxwell Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maxwell Elementary School rank in CO?
Maxwell Elementary School ranks #1,437 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Maxwell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Maxwell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maxwell Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Maxwell Elementary School a charter school?
No, Maxwell Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maxwell Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Maxwell Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maxwell Elementary School?
95.1% of students at Maxwell Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 637
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (720) 424-5740
Resources & Links
District
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C- District Enrollment
- 88,258
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,206
- District Rank
- #177 of 196
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