Serving 72 students in grades 7-8, Baker 7-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Baker 7-8's attendance zone covers the entire district and encompasses approximately 903 square miles around Baker, MT. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 34.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baker 7-8's student population of 72 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baker 7-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker 7-8 is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#528 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
White
93%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker 7-8's ranking?
Baker 7-8 is ranked #528 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Baker 7-8?
72 students attend Baker 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Baker 7-8 students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baker 7-8?
Baker 7-8 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Baker 7-8 offer ?
Baker 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baker 7-8 part of?
Baker 7-8 is part of Baker K-12 Schools.
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