Serving 631 students in grades 6-8, Baker Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Baker Middle School serves the southern part of Columbus, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baker Middle School's student population of 631 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are committed to our students' success and strive for excellence in education.
School Rankings
Baker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2174 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
77%
36%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker Middle School's ranking?
Baker Middle School is ranked #2174 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Baker Middle School often compared to?
Baker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aaron Cohn Middle School, Rainey Mccullers School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Baker Middle School?
631 students attend Baker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Baker Middle School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baker Middle School?
Baker Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baker Middle School offer ?
Baker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baker Middle School part of?
Baker Middle School is part of Muscogee County School District.
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