Serving 647 students in grades 6-8, Baker Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Baker Middle School's student population of 647 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Baker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Middle School is 0.81, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1845 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
14%
5%
White
17%
48%
Hawaiian
7%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker Middle School's ranking?
Baker Middle School is ranked #1845 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Baker Middle School often compared to?
Baker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Ford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Baker Middle School?
647 students attend Baker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Baker Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baker Middle School?
Baker Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Baker Middle School offer ?
Baker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baker Middle School part of?
Baker Middle School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Baker Middle School located?
Baker Middle School is located in the South End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in South End.
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