Serving 226 students in grades 7-8, Baker Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Baker Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Baker City, OR school district, encompassing approximately 1,312 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 32.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Baker Middle School's student population of 226 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
226 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baker Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#277 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
8%
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)50%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker Middle School's ranking?
Baker Middle School is ranked #277 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Baker Middle School?
226 students attend Baker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Baker Middle School students are White, 10% 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 Middle School?
Baker Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Baker Middle School offer ?
Baker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Baker Middle School part of?
Baker Middle School is part of Baker SD 5j School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
This is a wonderful school. The staff is very positive and the principal, Mr. Flannagan, is an amazing leader and administrator. Everyone at this school really cares about the kids.
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