Serving 2,504 students in grades 9-12, Baker High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,504 students
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Baker High School's student population of 2,504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baker High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker High School is 0.63, 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
#660 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
32%
32%
White
51%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker High School's ranking?
Baker High School is ranked #660 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Baker High School often compared to?
Baker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wp Davidson High School, Mary G Montgomery High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baker High School?
The graduation rate of Baker High School is 93%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Baker High School?
2,504 students attend Baker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Baker High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Baker High School offer ?
Baker High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Baker High School part of?
Baker High School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Baker High School located?
Baker High School is located in the Baker neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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