Serving 31 students in grades 9-12, Baker High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Baker High's attendance zone covers the entire Baker, CA school district, encompassing approximately 3,932.5 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 42.1 miles and the furthest edge extending to 78 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Baker High School's student population of 31 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
31 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating excellence, whatever it takes.
School Rankings
Baker High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker High School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.2%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
5%
7%
Showing 2005–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Braves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker High School's ranking?
Baker High School is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baker High School?
The graduation rate of Baker High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Baker High School?
31 students attend Baker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Baker High School students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baker High School?
Baker High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Baker High School offer ?
Baker High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Baker High School part of?
Baker High School is part of Baker Valley Unified School District.
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