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5.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Baker City, Oregon

12 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other

Public: 11
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.3/10
Estimated Scores: 11%
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Choosing a school in Baker City?

Use this page to compare every school in Baker City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Baker Early College

7.9/10

High · Baker Sd 5j. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Haines Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary · Baker Sd 5j. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Baker Web Academy

6.2/10

Other · Baker Sd 5j. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Baker City for 2026 are Baker Early College (7.9/10), Haines Elementary School (7.7/10), and Baker Web Academy (6.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

12

11 public · 1 private

Avg Score

5.3

out of 10

Median Home

$254,400

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Baker City

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Baker Early College 7.9 / 10
2 Haines Elementary School 7.7 / 10
3 Baker Web Academy 6.2 / 10
4 Eagle Cap Innovative Jr/sr High School 5.1 / 10
5 Baker Middle School 4.7 / 10
6 South Baker Intermediate School 4.7 / 10
7 Baker High School 4.0 / 10
8 Brooklyn Primary School 2.7 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.3/10

22% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$59,736

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$254,400

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
29%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
16 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
74%

Of occupied housing units

How Baker City compares

Oregon rank

#92 of 117

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.0

below Oregon avg (6.3)

Median household income

$60k

78% of Oregon median

Schools in this city

9

About Schools in Baker City, Oregon

Baker City, Oregon is home to 12 schools, including 11 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Baker City show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Baker City is Baker Early College with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Baker City is served by 1 school district: Baker SD 5J. These districts collectively serve 4,829 students.

Baker City's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,736. The poverty rate in the area is 12.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 97814 (11)

Elementary Schools

5 schools
# School Rating
1 150 students · Pre-K–6th 7.7
2 76 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten 4.9
3 260 students · 1st–3rd 2.7
4 21 students · Kindergarten–6th
5 28 students · Kindergarten–8th

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 238 students · 7th–8th 4.7
2 304 students · 4th–6th 4.7

High Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 512 students · 9th–12th 7.9
2 72 students · 7th–12th 5.1
3 492 students · 9th–12th 4.0

Other Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 2,676 students · Kindergarten–12th 6.2
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 18 students · Kindergarten–10th

Schools in Baker City

Baker City, Oregon · 12 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$59,736

Median Home Value

$254,400

Median Rent

$825/mo

Population

12,829

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

16 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Community Profile

Baker City has a median household income of $59,736. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $254,400, with a median rent of $825/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.6%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Oregon
Elementary
5
Middle
2
High
3
Other
2

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Baker City, Oregon

How many schools are in Baker City, Oregon?

Baker City has 12 schools, including 11 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Baker City, Oregon?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Baker City is 5.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Baker City, Oregon?

The top-ranked school in Baker City on MySchoolScout is Baker Early College with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Baker City, Oregon?

The top-ranked elementary school in Baker City on MySchoolScout is Haines Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Baker City, Oregon?

The top-ranked middle school in Baker City on MySchoolScout is Baker Middle School with a composite score of 4.7/10.

What is the best high school in Baker City, Oregon?

The top-ranked high school in Baker City on MySchoolScout is Baker Early College with a composite score of 7.9/10.

How many school districts serve Baker City, Oregon?

Baker City is served by 1 school district: Baker Sd 5j.

What is the education level in Baker City, Oregon?

According to Census data, 29% of adults in Baker City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Baker City, Oregon?

The median household income in Baker City is approximately $59,736 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Baker City, Oregon?

Yes, Baker City has 1 private school alongside 11 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Baker City, Oregon?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Baker City is 16.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Baker City, Oregon?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Oregon Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.