Serving 155 students in grades 6-8, Baker Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Baker Middle School's student population of 155 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Middle School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1235 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
82%
42%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker Middle School's ranking?
Baker Middle School is ranked #1235 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Baker Middle School often compared to?
Baker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Ridge Academic Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Baker Middle School?
155 students attend Baker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Baker Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baker Middle School?
Baker Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Baker Middle School offer ?
Baker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baker Middle School part of?
Baker Middle School is part of City Of Baker School District.
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