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Maxfield Elementary School

Elementary School · Saint Paul Public Schools

380 VICTORIA ST N, Saint Paul, MN 55104

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,014 of 1,992

In Saint Paul

#50 of 125

public schools

In district

#21 of 68

Saint Paul Public Schools

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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6.2/10

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About Maxfield Elementary School

Maxfield Elementary School is a public elementary school in Saint Paul, MN, part of Saint Paul Public Schools. Maxfield Elementary School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Maxfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,014 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Maxfield Elementary School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Maxfield Elementary School 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.

68% of students at Maxfield 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,634
Chronic Absenteeism67.6%

Maxfield Elementary School — Students at Maxfield Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 16.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 18.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
22%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Maxfield Elementary School Compares

See how Maxfield Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
49th percentile in MN
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
67.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

380 VICTORIA ST N, Saint Paul, MN 55104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maxfield Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PETER CLAVER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAPITOL HILL MAGNET/RONDO (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saint Paul, see our Saint Paul schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
A. G. A. P. E. TEEN PARENT Saint Paul 0.5 mi 7.6
JJ HILL MONTESSORI Saint Paul 0.6 mi 4.5
ST PETER CLAVER SCHOOL Saint Paul 0.5 mi 8.1
CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH Saint Paul 0.6 mi 7.0
Early Education Ben Mays/Rondo Saint Paul 0.6 mi
CAPITOL HILL MAGNET/RONDO Saint Paul 0.6 mi 6.2
BENJAMIN E MAYS MAGNET Saint Paul 0.6 mi 4.5
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Saint Paul 0.9 mi 7.8
HIGH SCHOOL FOR RECORDING ARTS Saint Paul 0.7 mi 5.5
GORDON PARKS HIGH SCHOOL Saint Paul 0.8 mi 5.9
The Journey School Saint Paul 1.0 mi 2.2
The Journey School Middle Saint Paul 1.0 mi
Global Arts Plus Lower Saint Paul 1.2 mi 4.5
CHRIST'S HOUSEHOLD OF FAITH SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.0 mi 7.0
CATHEDRAL HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.1 mi
CATHEDRAL HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.1 mi
CROSSROADS MONTESSORI Saint Paul 1.4 mi 3.0
CROSSROADS SCIENCE PROGRAM Saint Paul 1.4 mi 3.7
METRO DEAF SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.5 mi 5.7
RIVEREAST PROGRAM Saint Paul 1.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,038

Median Home Value

$290,900

Median Rent

$1,159/mo

Population

45,777

College Educated

52.1%

Homeownership

53.9%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

32.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maxfield Elementary School

What grades does Maxfield Elementary School serve?

Maxfield Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Maxfield Elementary School?

Maxfield Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maxfield Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maxfield Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maxfield Elementary School rank in MN?

Maxfield Elementary School ranks #1,014 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Maxfield Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maxfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Maxfield Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maxfield Elementary School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Maxfield Elementary School a charter school?

No, Maxfield Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Maxfield Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Maxfield Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maxfield Elementary School?

89.9% of students at Maxfield 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Ramsey County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
67.6%

District

Saint Paul Public Schools
District Enrollment
32,145
Schools in District
102
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,634
District Rank
#21 of 68

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