Baker High School is located in unincorporated Mobile County, Alabama, west of Mobile, and is a public high school operated by the Mobile County Public School System. The school educates students in grades 9-12.
Serving 2,421 students in grades 9-12, Baker High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Baker High School's student population of 2,421 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Year Founded
1903
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Baker High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#711 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
33%
32%
White
51%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buzz The Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker High School's ranking?
Baker High School is ranked #711 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Baker High School often compared to?
Baker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wp Davidson High School, Mary G Montgomery High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baker High School?
The graduation rate of Baker High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Baker High School?
2,421 students attend Baker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Baker High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baker High School?
Baker High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Baker High School offer ?
Baker High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baker High School part of?
Baker High School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Baker High School located?
Baker High School is located in the Baker neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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