Serving 629 students in grades 6-8, Baker Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Baker Middle School serves the southeast part of Troy, MI, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a driving time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Baker Middle School's student population of 629 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Rankings
Baker Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#474 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
38%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker Middle School's ranking?
Baker Middle School is ranked #474 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Baker Middle School often compared to?
Baker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boulan Park Middle School, Larson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Baker Middle School?
629 students attend Baker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Baker Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baker Middle School?
Baker Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
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 Troy School District.
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