Baker Elementary School serves 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
99%
32%
White
1%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Baker Elementary School?
291 students attend Baker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Baker Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
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 Birmingham City School District.
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