Baker Middle School

North U.s. Highway 163
Kayenta, AZ 86033
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 447 students in grades 5-8, Baker Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 447 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • : Bottom 50% in AZ
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Baker Middle School's student population of 447 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Motto
Excellence. Every Student, Every Day.

School Rankings

Baker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#1711 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
11%
34%
18%
40%
8%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
96%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
(22-23)
66.9%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Baker Middle School's ranking?
Baker Middle School is ranked #1711 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Baker Middle School?
447 students attend Baker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Baker Middle School students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% 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 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Baker Middle School offer ?
Baker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baker Middle School part of?
Baker Middle School is part of Kayenta Unified School District #27 (4396).

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5   10/10/2025
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 447 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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