Maxwell Academy (PK-8) vs Santa Fe Computer Science Magnet
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maxwell Academy (PK-8)
Duarte · Public elementary · Grades K–8
504 students
Santa Fe Computer Science Magnet
Monrovia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
424 students
| Measure | Maxwell Academy (PK-8) Duarte, California | Santa Fe Computer Science Magnet Monrovia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2969 of 5,693 | #649 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #35865 of 50,301 | #11161 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 504 | 424 |
| Enrollment | 504 | 424 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.2% | 80.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 35% |
| city | Duarte | Monrovia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.1 vs 33.7).
- •Maxwell Academy (PK-8) does better on math proficiency (36% vs 35%).
- •Santa Fe Computer Science Magnet does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 48%).
- •Maxwell Academy (PK-8) does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.2% vs 80.2%).
- •Maxwell Academy (PK-8) does better on students per teacher (21.0 vs 23.6).
- •Maxwell Academy (PK-8) is the larger school with 504 students compared with 424.
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 Maxwell Academy (PK-8) better than Santa Fe Computer Science Magnet?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Maxwell Academy (PK-8) and Santa Fe Computer Science Magnet?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Duarte and Monrovia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maxwell Academy (PK-8): 504. Santa Fe Computer Science Magnet: 424. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maxwell Academy (PK-8) and Santa Fe Computer Science Magnet rank in California?
Maxwell Academy (PK-8) is 2969th of 5,693 and Santa Fe Computer Science Magnet is 649th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).