Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Baker Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Baker Elementary School's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baker Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 989 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
33%
19%
White
38%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker Elementary School's ranking?
Baker Elementary School is ranked #5 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Baker Elementary School often compared to?
Baker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Don Roberts Elementary School, Chenal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Baker Elementary School?
407 students attend Baker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Baker Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baker Elementary School?
Baker Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baker Elementary School offer ?
Baker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baker Elementary School part of?
Baker Elementary School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
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