For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,498 students in 56425, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 305 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 56425, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 56425, MN are Baxter Elementary School and Forestview Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56425 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56425, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56425, MN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Baxter Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12191 Jasperwood Drive
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6400
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6400
Gr: PK-4 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Forestview Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12149 Knollwood Dr
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6000
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6000
Gr: 5-8 | 1,626 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Brainerd Early Childhood Sp. Ed.
Special Education School
5546 Fairview Rd
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-5438
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-5438
Gr: PK | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
5546 Fairview Rd
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-5430
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-5430
Gr: PK | 215 students Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56425, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56425, MN include Baxter Elementary School and Forestview Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 56425?
4 public schools are located in 56425.
What percentage of students in 56425 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 56425 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56425?
56425 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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