Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Baker Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BAKER HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves a central area in Baker, LA, encompassing approximately 2.6 square miles. Families within the zone are typically 5-10 minutes away from the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being around 2.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baker Heights Elementary School's student population of 381 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baker Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Heights Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1156 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
85%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Buffaloes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Baker Heights Elementary School is ranked #1156 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Baker Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Baker Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Impact Charter School, B. R. Foreign Language Acad. Immersion Magnet, Advantage Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Baker Heights Elementary School?
381 students attend Baker Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Baker Heights Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baker Heights Elementary School?
Baker Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Baker Heights Elementary School offer ?
Baker Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baker Heights Elementary School part of?
Baker Heights Elementary School is part of City Of Baker School District.
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