Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maxfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maxfield Elementary School's student population of 336 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We believe in the transformative power of relationships.
School Rankings
Maxfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maxfield Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1621 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
60%
12%
White
10%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Saint Paul Public Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maxfield Elementary School's ranking?
Maxfield Elementary School is ranked #1621 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Maxfield Elementary School often compared to?
Maxfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Groveland Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Maxfield Elementary School?
336 students attend Maxfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Maxfield Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maxfield Elementary School?
Maxfield Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maxfield Elementary School offer ?
Maxfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maxfield Elementary School part of?
Maxfield Elementary School is part of Saint Paul Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Maxfield Elementary School located?
Maxfield Elementary School is located in the Summit University neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Summit University.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
MAXFIELD IS A WOUNDERFUL SCHOOL MS. SILAS IS A GREAT TEACHER AND I AM VERY SAD TO HAVE TO MOVE MY KIDS TO MINNEAPOLIS SCHOOL FOR I AM NOT SURE IF I WILL FIND ANYONE WHO IS SO DEDICATED TO THEIR STUDENTS- THANKS MS. SILAS TALAJAH WILL MISS YOU AND I WILL TO - CAN YOU RECOMMEND A SCHOOL IN MINNEAPOLIS THAT IS AS GREAT AS MAXFIELD.
5 10/10/2025
Love this school! Dedicated teachers that care! Great school community! Fantastic principal!
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