Serving 371 students in grades 7-12, Baxter Springs High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baxter Springs High School's student population of 371 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baxter Springs High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baxter Springs High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baxter Springs High School's ranking?
Baxter Springs High School is ranked #733 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Baxter Springs High School often compared to?
Baxter Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverton High School, Columbus Junior High And High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baxter Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Baxter Springs High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Baxter Springs High School?
371 students attend Baxter Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Baxter Springs High School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baxter Springs High School?
Baxter Springs High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Baxter Springs High School offer ?
Baxter Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baxter Springs High School part of?
Baxter Springs High School is part of Baxter Springs School District.
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