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Serving 1,240 students in grades 10-12, Charles W Baker High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles W Baker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Charles W Baker High School's student population of 1,240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,240 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles W Baker High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles W Baker High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#382 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
86%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles W Baker High School's ranking?
Charles W Baker High School is ranked #382 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Charles W Baker High School often compared to?
Charles W Baker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Genesee Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charles W Baker High School?
The graduation rate of Charles W Baker High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Charles W Baker High School?
1,240 students attend Charles W Baker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Charles W Baker High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles W Baker High School?
Charles W Baker High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Charles W Baker High School offer ?
Charles W Baker High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles W Baker High School part of?
Charles W Baker High School is part of Baldwinsville Central School District.
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