Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Baker County K12 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baker County K12 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Baker County K12 School's student population of 292 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baker County K12 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker County K12 School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2002 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
59%
36%
White
24%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker County K12 School's ranking?
Baker County K12 School is ranked #2002 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baker County K12 School?
The graduation rate of Baker County K12 School is 80%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Baker County K12 School?
292 students attend Baker County K12 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Baker County K12 School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baker County K12 School?
Baker County K12 School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baker County K12 School offer ?
Baker County K12 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Baker County K12 School part of?
Baker County K12 School is part of Baker County School District.
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