Baxter Community School District

The Baxter Community School District consists of two schools - Baxter High School and Baxter Elementary School, serving a total of 486 students. Both schools have demonstrated strong academic performance, with Baxter High School consistently outperforming the state average on ISASP tests across multiple grade levels and subject areas, particularly in English Language Arts. Baxter Elementary School also stands out for its exceptional mathematics proficiency, with significantly higher percentages of students scoring proficient or better compared to state averages.

In terms of key metrics, Baxter High School spends $19,126 per student and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio, while Baxter Elementary School spends $16,144 per student and has a 13.6:1 ratio. Both schools have relatively high free/reduced lunch rates, suggesting a range of socioeconomic backgrounds among the student population. The data also reveals that the Baxter Community School District serves a predominantly white student population, with Baxter High School at 93.75% and Baxter Elementary School at 95.22% white students.

Overall, the Baxter Community School District appears to be performing well academically, with standout performance in certain areas. However, the data also highlights potential areas for further exploration, such as the factors contributing to the academic success, the distribution of resources, and the diversity and equity within the district.