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Baker Middle School

Middle School · Fairborn City

200 Lincoln Dr, Fairborn, OH 45324

Enrollment

918

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.3

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,446 of 3,441

In Fairborn

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Fairborn City

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Baker Middle School

5.3/10

Middle School in Fairborn · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.0/10

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About Baker Middle School

Baker Middle School is a public middle school in Fairborn, OH, part of Fairborn City. Baker Middle School serves approximately 918 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Baker Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,446 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Baker Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below OH schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Baker Middle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,747
Chronic Absenteeism48.3%

Baker Middle School — Students at Baker Middle School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
68%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
32.4%
ELA
51.3%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Baker Middle School Compares

See how Baker Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in OH
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

200 Lincoln Dr, Fairborn, OH 45324

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Baker Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Greenon Jr. High School (rated 4.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Enon), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Tecumseh Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby New Carlisle), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fairborn, see our Fairborn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Fairborn Intermediate School Fairborn 1.3 mi 6.0
BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fairborn 1.6 mi 7.7
Fairborn Digital Academy Fairborn 2.5 mi 2.7
Fairborn Primary School Fairborn 2.6 mi 4.6
Fairborn High School Fairborn 3.0 mi 5.2
Park Layne Elementary School New Carlisle 5.1 mi 8.6
Beavercreek City School Preschool Beavercreek 5.3 mi 4.5
Greenon Elementary School Enon 4.8 mi 5.7
Greenon High School Enon 4.8 mi 4.6
Greenon Jr. High School Enon 4.8 mi 4.8
Tecumseh Middle School New Carlisle 6.0 mi 4.8
Shaw Elementary School Beavercreek 5.6 mi 7.8
Tecumseh High School New Carlisle 6.1 mi 4.0
BEAVERCREEK CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER Beavercreek 6.2 mi
Charles Huber Elementary School Huber Heights 5.2 mi 5.5
BRIGHT BEGINNINGS ELEMENTARY Beavercreek 6.6 mi
CREATIVE WORLD OF MONTESSORI BEAVERCREEK Beavercreek 7.0 mi 7.2
ST LUKE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beavercreek 7.0 mi 7.3
ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huber Heights 5.7 mi 5.3
Ferguson Hall Freshman School Beavercreek 7.3 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,861

Median Home Value

$177,700

Median Rent

$989/mo

Population

41,273

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

52%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

34.5

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Fremont Middle School Fremont, OH 5.3
Harmon Middle School Pickerington, OH 5.3
Shiloh Middle School Parma, OH 5.3
Beulah Park Middle School Grove City, OH 5.2
LICKING HEIGHTS CENTRAL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Pataskala, OH 5.2
Madison Middle School Madison, OH 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Baker Middle School

What grades does Baker Middle School serve?

Baker Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Baker Middle School?

Baker Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 918 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Baker Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Baker Middle School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Baker Middle School rank in OH?

Baker Middle School ranks #2,446 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Baker Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Baker Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Baker Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Baker Middle School a charter school?

No, Baker Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Baker Middle School a Title I school?

No, Baker Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
918
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Greene County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.3%

District

Fairborn City
District Enrollment
4,231
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,747
District Rank
#2 of 4

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