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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic | 379 |
| Black | 10 |
| Asian | 24 |
| Two or More | 8 |
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Hispanic379 (88.6 %)
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Asian24 (5.6 %)
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Black10 (2.3 %)
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Two or More8 (1.9 %)
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White7 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 197 | 46% |
| Male | 231 | 54% |
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