Maxwell Academy (PK-8)
504 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic | 411 |
| Black | 12 |
| Asian | 35 |
| Two or More | 27 |
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Hispanic411 (81.7%)
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Asian35 (7.0%)
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Two or More27 (5.4%)
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White18 (3.6%)
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Black12 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 255 | 50.6% |
| Male | 248 | 49.2% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.2% |
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