For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,709 students in Baxter, MN.
The top-ranked public middle school in Baxter, MN is Forestview Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Baxter, MN public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Baxter have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Baxter, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forestview Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12149 Knollwood Dr
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6000
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6000
Gr: 5-8 | 1,709 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Baxter, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Baxter, MN include Forestview Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Baxter?
1 public middle schools are located in Baxter.
What is the racial composition of students in Baxter?
Baxter public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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