For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 2,132 students in Baxter, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Baxter, 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.
Baxter, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Baxter have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Baxter, MN (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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Baxter, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Baxter, MN include Baxter Elementary School and Forestview Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Baxter?
2 public elementary schools are located in Baxter.
What is the racial composition of students in Baxter?
Baxter public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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