Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Baker Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Baker Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baker Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6532 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker Elementary School's ranking?
Baker Elementary School is ranked #6532 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Baker Elementary School often compared to?
Baker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clover Flat Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Baker Elementary School?
358 students attend Baker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Baker Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baker Elementary School?
Baker Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Baker Elementary School offer ?
Baker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Baker Elementary School part of?
Baker Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Baker Elementary School located?
Baker Elementary School is located in the Mountain View neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Mountain View.
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