Maxwell Sr High vs University Pathways Public Service Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 688 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maxwell Sr High
Maxwell · Public high · Grades 9–12
117 students
University Pathways Public Service Academy
Los Angeles · Public high · Grades 9–12
121 students
| Measure | Maxwell Sr High Maxwell, California | University Pathways Public Service Academy Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #815 of 1,343 | #954 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #13168 of 16,910 | #14208 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 117 | 121 |
| Enrollment | 117 | 121 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.8% | 97.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 49.5% | – |
| Math proficiency | 10% | – |
| city | Maxwell | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Maxwell Sr High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.8 vs 25.9).
- •Maxwell Sr High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.8% vs 97.5%).
- •Maxwell Sr High does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.4).
- •University Pathways Public Service Academy is the larger school with 121 students compared with 117.
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 Sr High better than University Pathways Public Service Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Maxwell Sr High ranks higher (30.8 vs 25.9 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 Maxwell Sr High and University Pathways Public Service Academy?
About 688 km in a straight line, between Maxwell and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maxwell Sr High: 117. University Pathways Public Service Academy: 121. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maxwell Sr High and University Pathways Public Service Academy rank in California?
Maxwell Sr High is 815th of 1,343 and University Pathways Public Service Academy is 954th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).