Maxdale Elementary is a public elementary school in Killeen, Texas, serving 569 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Killeen Independent School District, which is ranked 596 out of 968 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Maxdale Elementary has a diverse student population, with a higher percentage of African American (41.65%) and Hispanic (26.89%) students compared to nearby schools. However, the school's academic performance, as measured by STAAR test scores, is generally lower than the district and state averages across various subjects and grade levels. For example, in 2023-2024, Maxdale's 3rd grade reading proficiency (55.81%) was lower than the Meadows Elementary (60.26%) and Clear Creek Elementary (62.5%), which are also in the Killeen ISD. The school also struggles with supporting certain student subgroups, such as Hispanic and White students, who consistently perform below the state and district averages.
Despite these challenges, Maxdale Elementary has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 72.45% to 85.71% over the past three school years, indicating a high proportion of economically disadvantaged students. Additionally, the school's spending per student is higher than the nearby schools, ranging from $9,417 to $10,022 over the same period, suggesting the school may be allocating more resources to support its students. However, the school's performance has been inconsistent, with some grades and subjects showing improvement while others decline, and the school has experienced a decline in enrollment and changes in its racial composition over the past three school years.
In the 2022-23 school year, 569 students attended Maxdale Elementary.
Maxdale Elementary ranks 2715th of 4675 Texas elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.
Killeen Independent School District (Isd)
Students at Maxdale Elementary are 42% African American, 27% Hispanic, 14% White, 11% Two or more races, 3% Pacific Islander, 2% Asian, 1% American Indian.
Students who attend Maxdale Elementary usually go on to attend:Middle : Palo Alto MiddleHigh : Robert M Shoemaker High School