For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 468 students in Baxter Springs, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Baxter Springs, KS is Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Baxter Springs, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in Baxter Springs have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Baxter Springs, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1501 Park Ave
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3311
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3311
Gr: 3-6 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
801 Lincoln
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3322
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3322
Gr: PK-2 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Baxter Springs, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1520 Cleveland
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3355
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3355
Gr: 6-8 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Baxter Springs, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Baxter Springs, KS include Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Baxter Springs?
2 public elementary schools are located in Baxter Springs.
What is the racial composition of students in Baxter Springs?
Baxter Springs public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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