Baker High School is an accredited public high school in Baker, Louisiana. It is a part of the City of Baker School System.
Serving 372 students in grades 9-12, Baker High 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 32%). 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baker High School's student population of 372 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Baker High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker High School is 0.22, 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
#1144 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
88%
41%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: American Bison
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker High School's ranking?
Baker High School is ranked #1144 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Baker High School often compared to?
Baker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School 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 32% LA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baker High School?
The graduation rate of Baker High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Baker High School?
372 students attend Baker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Baker High School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
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 Louisiana state average of 14:1.
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 City Of Baker School District.
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