Serving 35 students in grades 6-8, Baker Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baker Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Baker Junior High School's student population of 35 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
35 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Motto
Creating excellence, whatever it takes.
School Rankings
Baker Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Junior High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6754 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
Hispanic
77%
56%
White
23%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker Junior High School's ranking?
Baker Junior High School is ranked #6754 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Baker Junior High School?
35 students attend Baker Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Baker Junior High School students are Hispanic, and 23% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baker Junior High School?
Baker Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Baker Junior High School offer ?
Baker Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Baker Junior High School part of?
Baker Junior High School is part of Baker Valley Unified School District.
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