For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 87 students in Maxwell, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Maxwell, NM are Maxwell Elementary School, Maxwell High School and Maxwell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Maxwell, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Maxwell have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Maxwell, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maxwell Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4th St And Parque
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Gr: PK-6 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Maxwell High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4th St And Parque
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Maxwell Middle School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4th St And Parque
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Gr: 7-8 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Maxwell, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Maxwell, NM include Maxwell Elementary School, Maxwell High School and Maxwell Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Maxwell?
3 public schools are located in Maxwell.
What is the racial composition of students in Maxwell?
Maxwell public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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