Baker Middle School

1359 Torpey Dr
Troy, MI 48083
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 635 students in grades 6-8, Baker Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 635 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Top 20% in MI
  • : 49% (Top 30%)
  • : 59% (Top 30%)
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Baker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Baker Middle School's student population of 635 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
635 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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School Rankings

Baker Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#598 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
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49%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Baker Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
59%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Baker Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
51%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Baker Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
36%
4%
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Hispanic
8%
9%
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Black
9%
18%
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White
42%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.68
This chart displays the diversity score of Baker Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Baker Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Baker Middle School's ranking?
Baker Middle School is ranked #598 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Baker Middle School often compared to?
Baker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larson Middle School, Boulan Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Baker Middle School?
635 students attend Baker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Baker Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baker Middle School?
Baker Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Baker Middle School offer ?
Baker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Baker Middle School part of?
Baker Middle School is part of Troy School District.

School Reviews

5   9/26/2022
Baker Middle School is ranked #52 in Michigan Middle Schools. And in my opinion the best
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 635 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 49% (Top 30%)
  • : 59% (Top 30%)
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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