Excellent
#71 of 689 schools in NV
Top 10% in state
Alice Maxwell Elementary
Elementary School · Washoe County
2300 North Rock Blvd, Sparks, NV 89431
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Sparks
#8 of 31
public schools
Nevada elementary schools
#56 of 414
In district
#21 of 109
Washoe County
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Very strong
About Alice Maxwell Elementary
Alice Maxwell Elementary is a public elementary school in Sparks, NV, part of the Washoe County. The school serves approximately 392 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89.8th percentile among NV schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 39% proficiency in math and 44% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $64,496, where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Alice Maxwell Elementary — Students at Alice Maxwell Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NV EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from NV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Alice Maxwell Elementary Compares
See how Alice Maxwell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 39% (2019) to 42% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 48% (2019) to 42% (2022).
Location
2300 North Rock Blvd, Sparks, NV 89431
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alice Maxwell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FLORENCE DRAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LENA JUNIPER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KATE SMITH ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sparks, see our Sparks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SPARKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Sparks | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| AGNES RISLEY ELEMENTARY Sparks | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| SPARKS HIGH SCHOOL Sparks | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ROBERT MITCHELL ELEMENTARY Sparks | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| FLORENCE DRAKE ELEMENTARY Sparks | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| GREENBRAE ELEMENTARY Sparks | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| PROCTER R. HUG HIGH SCHOOL Sparks | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| KATE SMITH ELEMENTARY Sparks | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| LENA JUNIPER ELEMENTARY Sparks | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| GEORGE L. DILWORTH S.T.E.M ACADEMY Sparks | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| BERNICE MATHEWS ELEMENTARY Reno | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| LINCOLN PARK ELEMENTARY Sparks | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| High Desert Montessori Reno | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| RITA CANNAN ELEMENTARY Reno | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Mater Academy of Northern Nevada Reno | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| EXCEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sparks | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| FRED W. TRANER MIDDLE SCHOOL Reno | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| GLENN DUNCAN S.T.E.M. ACADEMY Reno | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| KATHERINE DUNN ELEMENTARY Sparks | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| LOIS ALLEN ELEMENTARY Sparks | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 89431 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,496
Median Home Value
$332,000
Median Rent
$1,276/mo
Population
40,772
College Educated
14.3%
Homeownership
46.6%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
35.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Alice Maxwell Elementary has a median household income of $64,496. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $332,000, with a median rent of $1,276/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.0%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cox David M ES Henderson, NV | 8.2 |
| HENDERSON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Henderson, NV | 8.1 |
| Hinman Edna F ES Henderson, NV | 8.1 |
| J G Johnson Elementary School Pahrump, NV | 8.1 |
| Empire Elementary Carson City, NV | 8.3 |
| Fremont Elementary Carson City, NV | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alice Maxwell Elementary
What grades does Alice Maxwell Elementary serve?
Alice Maxwell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Alice Maxwell Elementary?
Alice Maxwell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alice Maxwell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Alice Maxwell Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alice Maxwell Elementary rank in NV?
Alice Maxwell Elementary is ranked #71 out of 689 schools in NV.
What is Alice Maxwell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Alice Maxwell Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alice Maxwell Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Alice Maxwell Elementary has 39.3% math proficiency and 44.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Alice Maxwell Elementary a charter school?
No, Alice Maxwell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alice Maxwell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Alice Maxwell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alice Maxwell Elementary?
100.0% of students at Alice 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.
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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washoe County
- Phone
- (775) 353-5580
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Washoe County- District Enrollment
- 63,777
- Schools in District
- 115
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,870
- District Rank
- #21 of 109
Other Schools in This District
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