Serving 591 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mattie Lou Maxwell ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mattie Lou Maxwell ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mattie Lou Maxwell's student population of 591 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Mattie Lou Maxwell ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mattie Lou Maxwell is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4942 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mattie Lou Maxwell's ranking?
Mattie Lou Maxwell is ranked #4942 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mattie Lou Maxwell often compared to?
Mattie Lou Maxwellis often viewed alongside schools like Brookhaven Elementary School, Sierra Vista Elementary School, Walt Disney by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mattie Lou Maxwell?
591 students attend Mattie Lou Maxwell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mattie Lou Maxwell students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mattie Lou Maxwell?
Mattie Lou Maxwell has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mattie Lou Maxwell offer ?
Mattie Lou Maxwell offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mattie Lou Maxwell part of?
Mattie Lou Maxwell is part of Magnolia Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Mattie Lou Maxwell located?
Mattie Lou Maxwell is located in the Southwest Anaheim neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in Southwest Anaheim.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
2025-2026 First Day of School (Magnolia)
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
Non Student Day - Schools Closed (Magnolia)
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
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