Serving 1,933 students in grades 9-12, Ida S. Baker High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,933 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ida S. Baker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ida S. Baker High School's student population of 1,933 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,933 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ida S. Baker High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ida S. Baker High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1761 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ida S. Baker High School's ranking?
Ida S. Baker High School is ranked #1761 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ida S. Baker High School often compared to?
Ida S. Baker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cape Coral High School, Oasis Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ida S. Baker High School?
The graduation rate of Ida S. Baker High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ida S. Baker High School?
1,933 students attend Ida S. Baker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ida S. Baker High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ida S. Baker High School?
Ida S. Baker High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ida S. Baker High School offer ?
Ida S. Baker High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ida S. Baker High School part of?
Ida S. Baker High School is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is Ida S. Baker High School located?
Ida S. Baker High School is located in the Pelican neighborhood of Cape Coral, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Pelican.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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