Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, George C. Baker Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George C. Baker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
George C. Baker Elementary School's student population of 397 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George C. Baker Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George C. Baker Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#82 out of 2201 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
6%
33%
Black
4%
15%
White
75%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George C. Baker Elementary School's ranking?
George C. Baker Elementary School is ranked #82 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are George C. Baker Elementary School often compared to?
George C. Baker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary E. Roberts Elementary School, South Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend George C. Baker Elementary School?
397 students attend George C. Baker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of George C. Baker Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George C. Baker Elementary School?
George C. Baker Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does George C. Baker Elementary School offer ?
George C. Baker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is George C. Baker Elementary School part of?
George C. Baker Elementary School is part of Moorestown Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is George C. Baker Elementary School located?
George C. Baker Elementary School is located in the Moorestown Lenola neighborhood of Moorestown, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Moorestown Lenola.
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