For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 496 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 49% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 34% 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 27% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Baxter Springs, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1501 Park Ave
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3311
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3311
Grades: 3-6
| 222 students
Rank: n/an/a
801 Lincoln
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3322
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3322
Grades: PK-2
| 233 students
Rank: n/an/a
100 N. Miliary
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3366
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3366
Grades: 6-12
| 41 students
Baxter Springs, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1520 Cleveland
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3355
Baxter Springs, KS 66713
(620) 856-3355
Grades: 6-8
| 229 students
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?
3 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 27% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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