Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maxwell Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maxwell Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Maxwell Hill Elementary School's student population of 210 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Maxwell Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maxwell Hill Elementary School is 0.38, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#128 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
6%
4%
White
78%
88%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maxwell Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Maxwell Hill Elementary School is ranked #128 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Maxwell Hill Elementary School?
210 students attend Maxwell Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Maxwell Hill Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maxwell Hill Elementary School?
Maxwell Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maxwell Hill Elementary School offer ?
Maxwell Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Maxwell Hill Elementary School part of?
Maxwell Hill Elementary School is part of Raleigh County Schools.
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