Serving 727 students in grades 5-6, Custer Baker Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Custer Baker Intermediate School's student population of 727 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Custer Baker Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Custer Baker Intermediate School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#944 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
13%
White
86%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Custer Baker Intermediate School's ranking?
Custer Baker Intermediate School is ranked #944 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Custer Baker Intermediate School often compared to?
Custer Baker Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Custer Baker Intermediate School?
727 students attend Custer Baker Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Custer Baker Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Custer Baker Intermediate School?
Custer Baker Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Custer Baker Intermediate School offer ?
Custer Baker Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Custer Baker Intermediate School part of?
Custer Baker Intermediate School is part of Franklin Community School Corp School District.
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