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%)
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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%)
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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).