Serving 918 students in grades 5-8, Baker Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 918 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baker Middle School's student population of 918 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baker Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2238 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
12%
17%
White
70%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baker Middle School's ranking?
Baker Middle School is ranked #2238 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Baker Middle School often compared to?
Baker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tecumseh Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Baker Middle School?
918 students attend Baker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Baker Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baker Middle School?
Baker Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Baker Middle School offer ?
Baker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baker Middle School part of?
Baker Middle School is part of Fairborn City School District.
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