Serving 1,078 students in grades 6-8, Baker County Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,078 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baker County Middle School's student population of 1,078 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,078 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baker County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker County Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2024 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
36%
Black
13%
21%
White
78%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker County Middle School's ranking?
Baker County Middle School is ranked #2024 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Baker County Middle School often compared to?
Baker County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J Franklyn Keller Intermediate School, Macclenny Elementary School, Baker County Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Baker County Middle School?
1,078 students attend Baker County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Baker County Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baker County Middle School?
Baker County Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Baker County Middle School offer ?
Baker County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Baker County Middle School part of?
Baker County Middle School is part of Baker School District.
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Date
Last day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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