Baker Middle School

1359 Torpey Dr
Troy, MI 48083
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 671 students in grades 6-8, Baker Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 671 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 5% in MI
  • : 65% (Top 10%)
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Baker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Baker Middle School's student population of 671 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
671 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
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School Rankings

Baker Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#81 out of 2925 schools
(Top 5%)
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65%
36%
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83%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
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American Indian
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1%
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Asian
35%
3%
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Hispanic
6%
9%
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Black
8%
18%
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White
47%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.65
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Baker Middle School's ranking?
Baker Middle School is ranked #81 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Baker Middle School often compared to?
Baker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boulan Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Baker Middle School?
671 students attend Baker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Baker Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% 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 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Baker Middle School offer ?
Baker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Baker Middle School part of?
Baker Middle School is part of Troy School District.

School Reviews

5   9/26/2022
Baker Middle School is ranked #52 in Michigan Middle Schools. And in my opinion the best
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 671 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 65% (Top 10%)
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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