For the 2026 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 51爆料s in Baxter, KY (2026)
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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