Maxwell High School

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Maxwell High School

Public High School | Grade 7-12
415 E Highway 30,  Maxwell, NE
Maxwell Public Schools
4.4
3.2
145 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Daniel Jensen
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
29%
Reading Proficiency
0%
Average GPA
3.62

Niche Grade

C
Academics
A-
Teachers
C
College Prep
B
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

Niche grades and rankings are calculated using dozens of public data sets and millions of reviews. Niche data scientists and user researchers rigorously analyze data and user opinions to assess the key aspects of K-12 Schools, Colleges, and Places to Live. Every month, millions of students and families use the Niche grades and report cards to find the right school or neighborhood.

Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.62
Reading Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
29%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
14
Full Time Teachers
14
Teachers in First or Second Year
15.4%
College Prep
Average ACT
21
Math
19
English
21
Reading
22
Science
20
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
328:1

Student Diversity

Female
57.2%
Male
42.8%
White
80.7%
Hispanic
17.2%
Two or more races
1.4%
Black
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Nebraska at Kearney 38 Students
University of Nebraska - Lincoln 29 Students
University of Nebraska at Omaha 25 Students
Wayne State College 23 Students
Mid-Plains Community College 21 Students
Chadron State College 17 Students
Doane University 16 Students
University of Wyoming 14 Students
Colorado State University 13 Students
Creighton University 12 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 12 Students
Biology 8 Students
Psychology 7 Students
Special Education and Teaching 5 Students
Nursing 4 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 4 Students
Education 4 Students
Veterinary Sciences 4 Students
Health Service Preparatory Studies 4 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.4 6 Reviews
4.0 Senior
7/14/2024
Maxwell is a good school if you're looking for a smaller school with more one-on-one time with teachers. Each grade has around 25 students so each grade is like a family. Most of our students are bussed in from the neighboring town so snow days and late starts are very common to make sure all students can arrive safely. Its overall a good school.
5.0 Senior
11/15/2019
I have had many amazing experiences in this school. Teachers are always helping out when you have questions and you always have someone to talk to. I wouldn't change anything.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 9 Reviews
1.0 parent
1/24/2026
specifically about the discrimination, vice principal constantly targets the hispanic kids and punishes them without giving the white kids any repercussions whenever doing the same exact thing. which most of the time, the hispanic kids aren’t doing anything wrong but because of their COLOR, he gets...
1.0 teacher
12/15/2025
Cheater and bad behavior. Please do not send your child here.
5.0 other
8/23/2018
It’s really good because Morgan goes there.
5.0 parent
5/31/2015
Both of my kids graduated from Maxwell. They had great teachers and wonderful experiences. Although we live in North Platte, we wanted our children in a smaller, more personal school. In Maxwell, they found a 2nd home.

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Maxwell High School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Maxwell, NE and is served by the Maxwell Public Schools in Nebraska. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 145 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 29% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 0% are proficient in reading. Maxwell High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.62. The average ACT score is 21. Discover additional schools in the area, like Maxwell Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Maxwell has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Maxwell High School.

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