Average
#7288 of 9,539 schools in CA
Baker Elementary
Elementary School · Mountain View Elementary
12043 Exline St., EL Monte, CA 91732
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,288 of 9,539
In EL Monte
#22 of 25
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Mountain View Elementary
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Baker Elementary
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About Baker Elementary
Baker Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Monte, CA, part of Mountain View Elementary. Baker Elementary serves approximately 597 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Baker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,288 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Baker Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Baker Elementary 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 Elementary — Students at Baker Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Baker Elementary Compares
See how Baker Elementary 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
12043 Exline St., EL Monte, CA 91732
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Baker Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Legore Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Durfee Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wright Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Monte, see our EL Monte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Willard F. Payne Elementary El Monte | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Twin Lakes Elementary El Monte | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Mountain View High El Monte | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Parkview Elementary El Monte | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Monte | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| La Primaria Elementary El Monte | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Maxson Elementary El Monte | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High El Monte | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| El Monte High El Monte | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Columbia Elementary El Monte | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Legore Elementary El Monte | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| De Anza Elementary Baldwin Park | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Durfee Elementary El Monte | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Thompson Elementary El Monte | 1.3 mi | — |
| Wright Elementary El Monte | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Nativity El Monte | 1.4 mi | — |
| Opportunities for Learning - Baldwin Park Covina | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Miramonte Elementary El Monte | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Cherrylee Elementary El Monte | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Monte Vista Elementary El Monte | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91732 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,172
Median Home Value
$628,400
Median Rent
$1,752/mo
Population
58,056
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
43.6%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
38.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baker Elementary
What grades does Baker Elementary serve?
Baker Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Baker Elementary?
Baker Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 597 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Baker Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Baker Elementary is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Baker Elementary rank in CA?
Baker Elementary ranks #7,288 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Baker Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Baker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Baker Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Baker Elementary a charter school?
No, Baker Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Baker Elementary a Title I school?
No, Baker Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Baker Elementary?
76.4% of students at Baker Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 597
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (626) 652-4700
Resources & Links
District
Mountain View Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,642
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,188
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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