Best Public Schools in Baxter, KY (2025-26)

Best Baxter Public Schools (2025-26)

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 score of 42% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and 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 Public Schools in Baxter, KY (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Rosspoint Elementary School

(Math: 45% | Reading: 42%)
:

Top 50%

Add to Compare

132 Hwy 522
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%)
:

Bottom 50%

Add to Compare

4000 N Us Hwy 119
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).