Mariposa Elementary vs Maxwell Academy (PK-8)
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 23 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mariposa Elementary
Brea · Public elementary · Grades K–6
504 students
Maxwell Academy (PK-8)
Duarte · Public elementary · Grades K–8
504 students
| Measure | Mariposa Elementary Brea, California | Maxwell Academy (PK-8) Duarte, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #734 of 5,693 | #2969 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #10268 of 50,301 | #35865 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 504 | 504 |
| Enrollment | 504 | 504 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.1% | 74.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 21.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 36% |
| city | Brea | Duarte |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mariposa Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.5 vs 34.1).
- •Mariposa Elementary does better on math proficiency (70% vs 36%).
- •Mariposa Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 48%).
- •Mariposa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.1% vs 74.2%).
- •Maxwell Academy (PK-8) does better on students per teacher (21.0 vs 24.0).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Mariposa Elementary better than Maxwell Academy (PK-8)?
On the Success Index (US), Mariposa Elementary ranks higher (71.5 vs 34.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Mariposa Elementary and Maxwell Academy (PK-8)?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Brea and Duarte in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mariposa Elementary: 504. Maxwell Academy (PK-8): 504. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mariposa Elementary and Maxwell Academy (PK-8) rank in California?
Mariposa Elementary is 734th of 5,693 and Maxwell Academy (PK-8) is 2969th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).