Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Maxine Johnson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maxine Johnson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Maxine Johnson Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maxine Johnson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maxine Johnson Elementary School is 0.47, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 707 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
34%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
65%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maxine Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Maxine Johnson Elementary School is ranked #133 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Maxine Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
Maxine Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Maxine Johnson Elementary School?
371 students attend Maxine Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Maxine Johnson Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maxine Johnson Elementary School?
Maxine Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maxine Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Maxine Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Maxine Johnson Elementary School part of?
Maxine Johnson Elementary School is part of Parma School District.
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