For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,442 students in Baxter, TN.
The top ranked public schools in Baxter, TN are Cornerstone Elementary School, Upperman Middle School and Upperman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Baxter, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Baxter have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Baxter, TN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cornerstone Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
371 First Avenue South
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-9190
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-9190
Grades: 2-4
| 358 students
Rank: #22.
Upperman Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Nashville Hwy
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-6601
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-6601
Grades: 5-8
| 853 students
Rank: #33.
Upperman High School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6950 Nashville Hwy
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-3112
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-3112
Grades: 9-12
| 903 students
Rank: n/an/a
Baxter Primary
Magnet School
125 Elmore Town Road
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-3110
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-3110
Grades: PK-1
| 328 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Baxter, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Baxter, TN include Cornerstone Elementary School, Upperman Middle School and Upperman High School.
How many public schools are located in Baxter?
4 public schools are located in Baxter.
What is the racial composition of students in Baxter?
Baxter public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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