School Overview
Maxwell Academy, located at 733 Euclid Ave. in Duarte, California, is a specialized K-7 institution recognized as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. By integrating the IB framework into its curriculum, the school emphasizes a rigorous, inquiry-based approach to learning that encourages students to become critical thinkers, global citizens, and lifelong learners. The academy is designed to foster both academic excellence and personal development, providing a structured yet challenging environment that prepares students for the complexities of a modern, interconnected world.

As a K-7 school, Maxwell Academy focuses on building a strong foundational base in core subjects while simultaneously nurturing students' social-emotional growth and cultural awareness. The IB curriculum sets the institution apart by prioritizing interdisciplinary studies, hands-on projects, and the development of key "learner profile" attributes. By serving the Duarte community with this globally-minded pedagogical model, Maxwell Academy aims to empower its students to engage with their education in a meaningful way, setting them on a clear trajectory for success in their future middle and high school endeavors.
504
Total Students
24.2
Full-Time Teachers
20.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Maxwell Academy (PK-8)
Demographic Student Count
White18
Hispanic411
Black12
Asian35
Two or More27
  • Hispanic
    411 (81.7%)
  • Asian
    35 (7.0%)
  • Two or More
    27 (5.4%)
  • White
    18 (3.6%)
  • Black
    12 (2.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Duarte Unified
Phone: (626)599-5300
Website: http://maxwell.duarteusd.org/
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 504
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 322
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 52
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 62
Grade 1 37
Grade 2 39
Grade 3 40
Grade 4 48
Grade 5 50
Grade 6 83
Grade 7 74
Grade 8 71

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Maxwell Academy (PK-8)
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten62
Grade 137
Grade 239
Grade 340
Grade 448
Grade 550
Grade 683
Grade 774
Grade 871
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Maxwell Academy (PK-8)
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female25550.6%
Male24849.2%
Not Specified10.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)