Baker High School, a Mobile County public high school serving grades 9–12, ranked #711 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from its peak ranking of #347 in 2010.
Math proficiency was 27%, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 32%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was 35%, approximately equal to the state average of 38%.
Enrollment totaled 2,421 students in 2023 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, and 49% of students were minorities, reflecting significant diversity in this Union County NJ high school.
The graduation rate was 90% in 2023, slightly above the Alabama state average of 88%, though overall testing ranks placed the school in the bottom 50% statewide.
Minority enrollment remained consistent at 49%, and the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch rose to 40% in 2023, indicating a notable socioeconomic shift over recent years.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Baker High School serves the southwest area of Mobile, AL, covering approximately 78.4 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baker High School's student population of 2,271 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 132 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,271 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
132 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1903
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 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#711 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Buzz The Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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 equal to the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Baker High School?
2,271 students attend Baker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Baker High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 10% 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 17:1, which is equal to 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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