Serving 262 students in grades 6-12, Baxter High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baxter High School's student population of 262 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baxter High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baxter High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#699 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
70%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baxter High School's ranking?
Baxter High School is ranked #699 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Baxter High School often compared to?
Baxter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colfax-mingo Jr/sr High School, Audubon Middle-high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baxter High School?
The graduation rate of Baxter High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Baxter High School?
262 students attend Baxter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Baxter High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Baxter High School offer ?
Baxter High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baxter High School part of?
Baxter High School is part of Baxter Comm School District.
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