Serving 304 students in grades 4-6, South Baker Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Baker Intermediate School's student population of 304 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
South Baker Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Baker Intermediate School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#604 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
87%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Baker Intermediate School's ranking?
South Baker Intermediate School is ranked #604 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend South Baker Intermediate School?
304 students attend South Baker Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Baker Intermediate School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Baker Intermediate School?
South Baker Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Baker Intermediate School offer ?
South Baker Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Baker Intermediate School part of?
South Baker Intermediate School is part of Baker SD 5j School District.
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