Baxter Elementary vs Highland Academy Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 782 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baxter Elementary
Anchorage · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
239 students
Highland Academy Charter
Anchorage · Charter high · Grades 6–12
200 students
| Measure | Baxter Elementary Anchorage, Alaska | Highland Academy Charter Anchorage, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #121 of 159 | #43 of 49 |
| National rank | #34797 of 50,301 | #15114 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 239 | 200 |
| Enrollment | 239 | 200 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.4% | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 22% |
| city | Anchorage | Anchorage |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Baxter Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.7 vs 21.0).
- •Baxter Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Baxter Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Baxter Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 20.0).
- •Baxter Elementary is the larger school with 239 students compared with 200.
- •Baxter Elementary is a public school while Highland Academy Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Baxter Elementary better than Highland Academy Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Baxter Elementary ranks higher (35.7 vs 21.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Baxter Elementary and Highland Academy Charter?
About 782 m in a straight line, between Anchorage and Anchorage in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baxter Elementary: 239. Highland Academy Charter: 200. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baxter Elementary and Highland Academy Charter rank in Alaska?
Baxter Elementary is 121st of 159 and Highland Academy Charter is 43rd of 49 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).