Maxwell Academy (PK-8)

428 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.
428
Total Students
22.9
Full-Time Teachers
18.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Maxwell Academy (PK-8)
Demographic Student Count
White7
Hispanic379
Black10
Asian24
Two or More8
  • Hispanic
    379 (88.6 %)
  • Asian
    24 (5.6 %)
  • Black
    10 (2.3 %)
  • Two or More
    8 (1.9 %)
  • White
    7 (1.6 %)
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
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 428
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 322
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 52
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 47
Grade 1 39
Grade 2 36
Grade 3 43
Grade 4 55
Grade 5 51
Grade 6 50
Grade 7 46
Grade 8 61

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Maxwell Academy (PK-8)
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten47
Grade 139
Grade 236
Grade 343
Grade 455
Grade 551
Grade 650
Grade 746
Grade 861
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Maxwell Academy (PK-8)
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19746%
Male23154%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)