Serving 133 students in grades 9-12, Baker High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Baker High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Baker, MT, encompassing approximately 903 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 18.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 34.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baker High School's student population of 133 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
133 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and intellectually stimulating environment built upon the foundation of a cooperative learning, partnership of parents, staff, students, and community.
School Rankings
Baker High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#374 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
96%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker High School's ranking?
Baker High School is ranked #374 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Baker High School often compared to?
Baker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Circle High School, Plevna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baker High School?
The graduation rate of Baker High School is 80%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Baker High School?
133 students attend Baker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Baker High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% 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 higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
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 Baker K-12 Schools.
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