Needs Improvement
#9033 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ethel I. Baker Elementary
Elementary School · Sacramento City Unified
5717 Laurine Way, Sacramento, CA 95824
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,033 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#175 of 198
public schools
In district
#60 of 71
Sacramento City Unified
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Ethel I. Baker Elementary
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About Ethel I. Baker Elementary
Ethel I. Baker Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Sacramento City Unified. Ethel I.
Baker Elementary serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ethel I. Baker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,033 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ethel I. Baker Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ethel I. Baker Elementary runs 25.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
37% of students at Ethel I. 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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Ethel I. Baker Elementary — Students at Ethel I. Baker Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
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: 4.1/10.
How Ethel I. Baker Elementary Compares
See how Ethel I. 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
5717 Laurine Way, Sacramento, CA 95824
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ethel I. Baker Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PATRICK ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mark Twain Elementary (rated 4.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Father Keith B. Kenny (rated 4.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Elementary Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Nicholas Elementary Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Christian Brothers High School Sacramento | 1.0 mi | — |
| West Campus Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| St. Patrick SUCCEED Academy Sacramento | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| St. HOPE Public School 7 Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Suy:u Elementary Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Oak Ridge Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| CHRISTIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Fern Bacon Middle Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Northern California Preparatory Sacramento | 1.1 mi | — |
| Bowling Green Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Will C. Wood Middle Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Father Keith B. Kenny Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| AL ARGAM ISLAMIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE PREPARATORY Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Al-Arqam Islamic School & College Preparatory Sacramento | 1.7 mi | — |
| Ethel Phillips Elementary Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95824 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,938
Median Home Value
$322,400
Median Rent
$1,392/mo
Population
32,432
College Educated
12.2%
Homeownership
42.5%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ethel I. Baker Elementary
What grades does Ethel I. Baker Elementary serve?
Ethel I. Baker Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ethel I. Baker Elementary?
Ethel I. Baker Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ethel I. Baker Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ethel I. Baker Elementary is 25.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ethel I. Baker Elementary rank in CA?
Ethel I. Baker Elementary ranks #9,033 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ethel I. Baker Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ethel I. Baker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Ethel I. Baker Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ethel I. Baker Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ethel I. Baker Elementary a charter school?
No, Ethel I. Baker Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ethel I. Baker Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ethel I. Baker Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ethel I. Baker Elementary?
91.6% of students at Ethel I. 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
- 616
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (916) 395-4560
Resources & Links
District
Sacramento City Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,268
- Schools in District
- 73
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,892
- District Rank
- #60 of 71
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