Below Average
#1095 of 1,356 schools in AL
Baker High School
High School · Mobile County
8901 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608
Enrollment
2,421
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,421
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#1,095 of 1,356
In Mobile
#32 of 56
public schools
In district
#52 of 87
Mobile County
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Baker High School
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About Baker High School
Baker High School is a public high school in Mobile, AL, part of Mobile County. Baker High School serves approximately 2,421 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Baker High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,095 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Baker High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
What's said publicly about Baker High School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
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- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 3.7
- AL avg 5.1
What Parents Should Know
Baker High School is a large school: 2,421 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
41% of students at Baker High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Baker High School — Students at Baker High School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.
How Baker High School Compares
See how Baker High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8901 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Baker High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hutchens Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Taylor White Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dawes Intermediate School (rated 8.0/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mobile, see our Mobile schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bernice J Causey Middle School Mobile | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ORourke Elementary School Mobile | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| MONTESSORI WORLD SCHOOL Mobile | 1.9 mi | — |
| FAITH ACADEMY Mobile | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AT WEST CAMPUS Mobile | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Elsie Collier Elementary School Mobile | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MOBILE JUNIOR ACADEMY Mobile | 2.8 mi | — |
| Taylor White Elementary School Mobile | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Hutchens Elementary School Mobile | 4.0 mi | 9.1 |
| J B SHELTON ACADEMY INC Mobile | 3.6 mi | — |
| Augusta Evans School Mobile | 3.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Dawes Intermediate School Mobile | 4.3 mi | 8.0 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| KNOLLWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mobile | 4.4 mi | 6.5 |
| AL-IMAN ACADEMY OF MOBILE Mobile | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| MOBILE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile | 4.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Orchard Elementary School Mobile | 5.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Meadowlake Elementary Mobile | 5.7 mi | 4.4 |
| ClarkShaw Magnet School Mobile | 5.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,372
Median Home Value
$234,400
Median Rent
$1,045/mo
Population
37,599
College Educated
41.8%
Homeownership
54.7%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sparkman High School Harvest, AL | 4.7 |
| Enterprise High School Enterprise, AL | 4.9 |
| Robertsdale High School Robertsdale, AL | 4.9 |
| Opelika High School Opelika, AL | 5.0 |
| Virgil Grissom High School Huntsville, AL | 5.1 |
| Prattville High School Prattville, AL | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baker High School
What grades does Baker High School serve?
Baker High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Baker High School?
Baker High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Baker High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Baker High School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Baker High School rank in AL?
Baker High School ranks #1,095 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Baker High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Baker High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Baker High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Baker High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Baker High School a charter school?
No, Baker High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Baker High School a Title I school?
No, Baker High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Baker High School?
41.5% of students at Baker High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 135
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Mobile County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.1%
- Phone
- (251) 221-3000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 93.0%
Resources & Links
District
Mobile County- District Enrollment
- 50,929
- Schools in District
- 92
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,245
- District Rank
- #52 of 87
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