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Baxter Primary
Elementary School · Putnam County
125 Elmore Town Road, Baxter, TN 38544
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,191 of 1,786
In Baxter
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#15 of 20
Putnam County
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Baxter Primary
Elementary School in Baxter · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Baxter Primary
Baxter Primary is a public elementary school in Baxter, TN, part of Putnam County. Baxter Primary serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Baxter Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,191 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 8.1
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Baxter Primary Compares
See how Baxter Primary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
125 Elmore Town Road, Baxter, TN 38544
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Baxter Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prescott South Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Cookeville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Capshaw Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Cookeville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cornerstone Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baxter, see our Baxter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Elementary Baxter | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Upperman High School Baxter | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Upperman Middle School Baxter | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| CHANCE TRANSITIONAL SCHOOL Bloomington Springs | 3.3 mi | — |
| Cane Creek Elementary Cookeville | 6.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Sycamore Elementary Cookeville | 6.4 mi | 6.4 |
| HEAVENLY HOST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cookeville | 6.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Park View Elementary Cookeville | 7.3 mi | 8.5 |
| T T U Child Development Lab Cookeville | 7.6 mi | — |
| Prescott South Middle School Cookeville | 7.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Prescott South Elementary Cookeville | 7.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Jere Whitson Elementary Cookeville | 8.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Capshaw Elementary Cookeville | 8.3 mi | 8.6 |
| HIGHLAND RIM ACADEMY Cookeville | 8.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Cookeville High School Cookeville | 9.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Avery Trace Middle School Cookeville | 9.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Northfield Elementary School Sparta | 10.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Putnam County VITAL Cookeville | 9.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Northeast Elementary Cookeville | 9.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Algood Middle School Cookeville | 10.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,801
Median Home Value
$222,500
Median Rent
$904/mo
Population
7,413
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
78.8%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethel Grove Elementary Memphis, TN | 5.7 |
| COLLEGEDALE ACADEMY-ELEMENTARY Collegedale, TN | 5.7 |
| Frazier Elementary Dayton, TN | 5.7 |
| Rockford Elementary Rockford, TN | 5.7 |
| Barret's Chapel Elementary/Middle Arlington, TN | 5.8 |
| Bruce Elementary Memphis, TN | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baxter Primary
What grades does Baxter Primary serve?
Baxter Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Baxter Primary?
Baxter Primary has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Baxter Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at Baxter Primary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Baxter Primary rank in TN?
Baxter Primary ranks #1,191 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Baxter Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
Baxter Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Baxter Primary a charter school?
No, Baxter Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Baxter Primary a Title I school?
No, Baxter Primary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Putnam County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (931) 858-3110
Resources & Links
District
Putnam County- District Enrollment
- 11,762
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,619
- District Rank
- #15 of 20
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