For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 872 students in Baxter, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Baxter, MN is Baxter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Baxter, MN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Baxter have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Baxter, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Baxter Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12191 Jasperwood Drive
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6400
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6400
Gr: PK-4 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Brainerd Early Childhood Sp. Ed.
Special Education School
5546 Fairview Rd
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-5438
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-5438
Gr: PK | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
5546 Fairview Rd
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-5430
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-5430
Gr: PK | 215 students Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Baxter, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Baxter, MN include Baxter Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Baxter?
3 public preschools are located in Baxter.
What is the racial composition of students in Baxter?
Baxter public preschools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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