Serving 153 students in grades 3-5, Baker Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: BAKER EL serves the southern part of Canadian, TX, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 724.3 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge being about 24 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baker Elementary School's student population of 153 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
153 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Baker Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2732 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
52%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker Elementary School's ranking?
Baker Elementary School is ranked #2732 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Baker Elementary School?
153 students attend Baker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Baker Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baker Elementary School?
Baker Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baker Elementary School offer ?
Baker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Baker Elementary School part of?
Baker Elementary School is part of Canadian Independent School District.
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