City of Baker School District
School District · Baker, Louisiana
Avg Rating
4.1
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,684
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Avg Rating
4.1
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,684
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Evaluating City of Baker School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge City of Baker School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
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Park Ridge Academic Magnet School
Baker · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Baker High School
Baker · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Baker Middle School
Baker · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Louisiana rank
#72 of 72
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-2.2
below Louisiana avg
Per-pupil spending
$15,684
+$594 vs Louisiana median
District size
1,047 students
Smaller than Louisiana median
The short answer
City of Baker School District ranks #72 of 72 Louisiana districts by overall school rating. City of Baker School District's schools with real test data average 4.1/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Park Ridge Academic Magnet School (6.7/10), Baker High School (3.9/10), and Baker Middle School (3.3/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in City of Baker School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Park Ridge Academic Magnet School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Baker High School | 3.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Baker Middle School | 3.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Baker Heights Elementary School | 2.6 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About City of Baker School District
City of Baker School District is a Baker, Louisiana school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,047 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.6:1. The district invests $15,684 per student annually.
With an average rating of 4.1/10, City of Baker School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Park Ridge Academic Magnet School, which has a composite score of 6.7/10.
In standardized testing, City of Baker School District students show an average math proficiency of 32.8% and ELA proficiency of 39.9%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in City of Baker School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in City of Baker School District with test data.
Schools in City of Baker School District
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Louisiana
- City
- Baker
- Total Enrollment
- 1,047
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in City of Baker School District?
City of Baker School District has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for City of Baker School District?
The average composite rating for City of Baker School District is 4.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in City of Baker School District?
City of Baker School District spends $15,684 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in City of Baker School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in City of Baker School District is 16.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in City of Baker School District?
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School is the highest-rated school in City of Baker School District with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What are the test scores in City of Baker School District?
Across schools in City of Baker School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 32.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 39.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does City of Baker School District compare to other districts in Louisiana?
City of Baker School District has an average school rating of 4.1/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Louisiana by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 4.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 32.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 39.9%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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