Baxter High School

202 E State
Baxter, IA 50028
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 244 students in grades 6-12, Baxter High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 244 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Baxter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

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School Overview

Baxter High School's student population of 244 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
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School Rankings

Baxter High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baxter High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (IA)
#392 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
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65-69%
64%
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75-79%
68%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
2%
12%
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Black
n/a
7%
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White
96%
73%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.08
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≥80%
87%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Baxter High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Iowa by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Baxter High School's ranking?
Baxter High School is ranked #392 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Baxter High School often compared to?
Baxter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colfax-mingo Jr/sr High School, Audubon Middle-high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baxter High School?
The graduation rate of Baxter High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Baxter High School?
244 students attend Baxter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Baxter High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baxter High School?
Baxter High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baxter High School offer ?
Baxter High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Baxter High School part of?
Baxter High School is part of Baxter Comm School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 244 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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