Maxwell Elementary School serves 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maxwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Maxwell Elementary School's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The McDuffie County School System is committed to academic excellence with a focus on rigor, relevance, and relationships.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Maxwell Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
68%
36%
White
22%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mcduffie County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Maxwell Elementary School?
436 students attend Maxwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Maxwell Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maxwell Elementary School?
Maxwell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maxwell Elementary School offer ?
Maxwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maxwell Elementary School part of?
Maxwell Elementary School is part of Mcduffie County School District.
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