Serving 785 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Baker Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 74% 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-5
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Baker Elementary School's student population of 785 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baker Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#696 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
21%
18%
Black
37%
36%
White
26%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker Elementary School's ranking?
Baker Elementary School is ranked #696 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Baker Elementary School?
785 students attend Baker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Baker Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baker Elementary School?
Baker Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baker Elementary School offer ?
Baker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Baker Elementary School part of?
Baker Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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