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Very Good

#220 of 967 schools in NE

Top 23% in state

Maxey Elementary School

Elementary School · LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

5200 S 75TH ST, Lincoln, NE 68516

Enrollment

665

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#220 of 967

In Lincoln

#8 of 61

public schools

In district

#8 of 60

LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Maxey Elementary School

7.8/10

Elementary School in Lincoln · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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About Maxey Elementary School

Maxey Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lincoln, NE, part of LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Maxey Elementary School serves approximately 665 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Maxey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #220 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Maxey Elementary School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.7
  • NE avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+25.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,573
Chronic Absenteeism5.3%

Maxey Elementary School — Students at Maxey Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 84.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 83.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
96%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
90%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
73%
ELA
72%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Maxey Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
77th percentile in NE
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

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

5200 S 75TH ST, Lincoln, NE 68516

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maxey Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WYSONG ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HUMANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PYRTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lincoln, see our Lincoln schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
LUX MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln 1.4 mi 7.0
ZEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln 1.6 mi 6.1
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Lincoln 2.2 mi 6.5
KLOEFKORN ELEMENTARY Lincoln 1.8 mi 7.3
MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lincoln 2.3 mi 4.3
MORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln 2.4 mi 7.3
WYSONG ELEMENTARY Lincoln 2.3 mi 8.6
COLLEGE VIEW ACADEMY Lincoln 2.1 mi 7.1
GEORGE STONE SDA ELEMENTARY Lincoln 2.1 mi
MOORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln 2.6 mi 8.0
POUND MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln 2.1 mi 6.7
ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln 2.8 mi 7.3
HUMANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln 2.2 mi 8.0
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln 2.2 mi 6.6
CALVERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln 2.3 mi 4.4
LINCOLN EAST HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln 3.0 mi 6.8
PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln 2.9 mi 5.4
PYRTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln 3.1 mi 7.6
HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln 2.9 mi 7.5
EASTRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln 3.5 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,093

Median Home Value

$331,600

Median Rent

$1,213/mo

Population

47,389

College Educated

55.2%

Homeownership

69.8%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

37.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
PLATTSMOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plattsmouth, NE 7.7
SAGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE 7.7
WILLOWDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE 7.9
ACKERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE 8.0
CALVERT ELEMENTARY Auburn, NE 7.6
CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City, NE 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maxey Elementary School

What grades does Maxey Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Maxey Elementary School?

Maxey Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 665 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Maxey Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maxey Elementary School rank in NE?

Maxey Elementary School ranks #220 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Maxey Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maxey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Maxey Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maxey Elementary School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Maxey Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Maxey Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

19.2% of students at Maxey 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
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Lancaster County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

District

LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
41,654
Schools in District
78
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,573
District Rank
#8 of 60

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