Forestview Middle School in Baxter, MN

Forestview Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 5-8

12149 Knollwood Dr, Baxter, MN

Brainerd Public School District

1.0

2.5

1,626 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Jonathan Anderson

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1

Math Proficiency
41%

Reading Proficiency
55%

B+

Academics

B-

Teachers

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Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

55%

Math Proficiency

41%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 15:1 Teachers 105	Full Time Teachers 105
Teachers in First or Second Year 2.9%

College Prep

AP Math Enrollment Very Low	AP Science Enrollment Very Low
Other AP Enrollment Very Low

Test Scores

Equity

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GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

634:1

Student Diversity

Female 50.4%	Male 49.6%
White 88.4%	Two or more races 5.6%
Hispanic 2.3%	Native American 2.2%
Black 1.1%	Asian or Pacific Islander <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

1.0 Freshman

6/26/2025

the teachers didn't do crap about anything and they swore and yelled at students and sent everyone to iss for the most stupidest things, and was horrible at grading assignments and teaching

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1.0 other

5/21/2026

I am a delivery driver. Upon arrival. I followed instructions to the front entrance, and on my way up, multiple staff members made comments about my body and my appearance. I left the food by the door as instructed, and immediately they began telling me how that's a bad spot to leave it (exactly whe...

2.0 other

4/11/2026

Teachers pushing certain democratic left wing political agendas on students and one teacher overheard a kid saying he likes I.C.E and was almost restricted from coming back to that class.

5.0 parent

6/1/2025

My family has had a great experience at Forestview. The larger size enables more sports and activities other middle schools in the region don’t have. Classes are engaging and teachers are strong and supportive.

2.0 parent

3/23/2024

While the school can overall handle the average youth, they are inept to handling IEP’s, as well as difficulty with addressing bullying. Lastly, the district communication is also lacking, in both an administrative and educator level; however there are there are a few educators that are willing to d...

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Joel Hartman

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(218) 513-2454

49 Total Sales

12 in Attendance Zone

$115K - $620K Price Range

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(612) 429-4624

62 Total Sales

1 in Attendance Zone

$70,000 Price

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(651) 370-9219

136 Total Sales

1 in Attendance Zone

$242,000 Price

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(320) 316-2630

152 Total Sales

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$60K - $820K Price Range

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Reliance Realty Advisers, LLC

(612) 662-6567

142 Total Sales

1 in Attendance Zone

$656,000 Price

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(832) 789-6098

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List Price Range

$266K - $847K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$409,994

Median Lot Size

19,602 Sq Ft

Average House Size

1,841 Sq Ft

Homes for Sale

$1,750,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,870 Sq Ft

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(218) 353-5796

$799,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,050 Sq Ft

10251 County Road 127

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Michael Fish

MN Real Estate and Management LLC

(218) 520-8736

$132,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,394 Sq Ft

1708 Laurel St

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Sean McDonald

RE/MAX Results - Longville

(218) 417-4369

$319,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,980 Sq Ft

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Michael Fish

MN Real Estate and Management LLC

(218) 496-6825

$519,900

Land
27.83 Acre Lot

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Kristopher Jacobsen

Eos Realty, LLC

(218) 407-6869

$199,900

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,398 Sq Ft

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New 3 days ago

Welcome home to this beautifully refreshed 1.5-story home in the heart of Brainerd! Recent updates include stylish new flooring, fresh interior paint, and tastefully renovated bathrooms, creating a bright, modern feel throughout. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and 1,398 finished square feet, th...

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Premier Real Estate Services

(218) 307-2859

$449,900

1 Bed
1 Bath
4,800 Sq Ft

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$599,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,880 Sq Ft

11775 Forestview Dr S
New 26 days ago

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Gregory Wersal Gregory F Wersal, Broker

$436,990

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,188 Sq Ft

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New 12 days ago

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Jeff Torfin Positive Realty

$759,999

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,373 Sq Ft

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New 14 days ago

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$459,900

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,672 Sq Ft

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New 21 days ago

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2 Baths
1,896 Sq Ft

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$1,125 - $1,940 per month

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Studio - 2 Beds
1-2 Baths
606+ Sq Ft

7180 Novotny Rd
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Pinehurst Apartments
1 - 3 Beds
1-2 Baths
763+ Sq Ft

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Colonywood
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Brainerd, MN

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Pine Grove Estates
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2 Baths
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1 Bath
1,000 Sq Ft

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Unit LaurelSt.4-plex
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2 Baths
1,000 Sq Ft

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Minnesota Crow Wing County Baxter 56425

Forestview Middle School is a public school for students in grades 5-8 in Baxter, MN, in the Baxter neighborhood, and is served by the Brainerd Public School District in Minnesota. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,626 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 41% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 55% are proficient in reading. Forestview Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $409,994. Learn more about what Baxter has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Forestview Middle School.

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