For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 477 students in Baxter, IA.
The top ranked public schools in Baxter, IA are Baxter Elementary School and Baxter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Baxter, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Baxter have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Baxter, IA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Baxter Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
202 E State
Baxter, IA 50028
(641) 227-3102
Baxter, IA 50028
(641) 227-3102
Grades: PK-5
| 233 students
Rank: #22.
Baxter High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
202 E State
Baxter, IA 50028
(641) 227-3103
Baxter, IA 50028
(641) 227-3103
Grades: 6-12
| 244 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Baxter, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Baxter, IA include Baxter Elementary School and Baxter High School.
How many public schools are located in Baxter, IA?
2 public schools are located in Baxter, IA.
What is the racial composition of students in Baxter, IA?
Baxter, IA public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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