For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,313 students in Baxter, KY.
The top ranked public schools in Baxter, KY are Rosspoint Elementary School and Harlan County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Baxter, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Baxter have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Baxter, KY (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rosspoint Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
132 Hwy 522
Baxter, KY 40806
(606) 573-4600
Baxter, KY 40806
(606) 573-4600
Gr: K-8 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Harlan County High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4000 N Us Hwy 119
Baxter, KY 40806
(606) 574-2020
Baxter, KY 40806
(606) 574-2020
Gr: 9-12 | 944 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Baxter, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Baxter, KY include Rosspoint Elementary School and Harlan County High School.
How many public schools are located in Baxter?
2 public schools are located in Baxter.
What is the racial composition of students in Baxter?
Baxter public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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