For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 2,243 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Baxter, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Baxter Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12191 Jasperwood Drive
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6400
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6400
Grades: PK-4
| 534 students
Rank: #22.
Forestview Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12149 Knollwood Dr
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6000
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6000
Grades: 5-8
| 1,709 students
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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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