Baxter Primary serves 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baxter Primary's student population of 352 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Baxter Primary is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
90%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Baxter Primary?
352 students attend Baxter Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Baxter Primary students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baxter Primary?
Baxter Primary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Baxter Primary offer ?
Baxter Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baxter Primary part of?
Baxter Primary is part of Putnam County School District.
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