Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, J. R. Baker Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee 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 Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J. R. Baker Elementary serves the northwest part of Columbia, TN, covering an area of approximately 20.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. R. Baker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
J. R. Baker Elementary School's student population of 283 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Today, and every day is a great day to be a BULLDOG!
School Rankings
J. R. Baker Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. R. Baker Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#797 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
16%
Black
20%
20%
White
46%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. R. Baker Elementary School's ranking?
J. R. Baker Elementary School is ranked #797 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are J. R. Baker Elementary School often compared to?
J. R. Baker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J E Woodard Elementary School, J. Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend J. R. Baker Elementary School?
283 students attend J. R. Baker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of J. R. Baker Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does J. R. Baker Elementary School offer ?
J. R. Baker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. R. Baker Elementary School part of?
J. R. Baker Elementary School is part of Maury County School District.
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