Serving 880 students in grades 6-8, Baker Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baker Middle School's student population of 880 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baker Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2559 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
75%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
15%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker Middle School's ranking?
Baker Middle School is ranked #2559 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Baker Middle School often compared to?
Baker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like London Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Baker Middle School?
880 students attend Baker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Baker Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% 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 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
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 Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Baker Middle School located?
Baker Middle School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 29 other public schools located in Central City.
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