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Very Good

#253 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 21% in state

Baker Early College

High School · Baker SD 5J

2725 7th St, Baker City, OR 97294

Charter

Enrollment

512

Score

7.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#253 of 1,226

In Baker City

#1 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

Baker SD 5J

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Baker Early College

7.9/10

High School in Baker City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Eagle Cap Innovative Jr/sr High School

5.1/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Baker Web Academy

6.2/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Baker Early College

Baker Early College is a public high school in Baker City, OR, part of Baker SD 5J. Baker Early College serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Baker Early College has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #253 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Baker Early College show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.7
  • OR avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Baker Early College is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.53 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.9% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84.4% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+29.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+41.4 pts
Overall Proficiency73% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+18.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
College Readiness9.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$8,081

Baker Early College — Students at Baker Early College score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 90.1% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 24 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2010
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
54.5%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
54.5%
ELA
95%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
92%
2022
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2025
Math
60.9%
ELA
84.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Baker Early College Compares

See how Baker Early College performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
79th percentile in OR
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

2725 7th St, Baker City, OR 97294

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Baker Early College may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Union High School (rated 7.8/10, 29.2 miles away, in nearby Union), with a very similar rating. Another option is Eagle Cap Innovative Jr/Sr High School (rated 5.1/10), a more accessible option. Additionally, Baker High School (rated 4.0/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Baker City, see our Baker City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

15 within 29.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Eagle Cap Innovative Jr/Sr High School Baker City 0.0 mi 5.1
Baker Web Academy Baker City 0.0 mi 6.2
Baker Early Learning Center Baker City 0.0 mi 4.9
Baker High School Baker City 0.2 mi 4.0
Baker Middle School Baker City 0.5 mi 4.7
Baker Virtual Academy Baker City 0.5 mi
South Baker Intermediate School Baker City 1.0 mi 4.7
BAKER ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Baker City 1.0 mi
Brooklyn Primary School Baker City 1.0 mi 2.7
Haines Elementary School Baker City 10.1 mi 7.7
North Powder Charter School North Powder 17.4 mi 7.9
Keating Elementary School Baker City 13.6 mi
Union High School Union 29.2 mi 7.8
Union Elementary School Union 29.2 mi 7.2
Burnt River School Unity 29.5 mi 5.7

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ST MARY'S OF MEDFORD Medford, OR 7.7
Mazama High School Klamath Falls, OR 7.6
Ontario High School Ontario, OR 7.5
Philomath High School Philomath, OR 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Baker Early College

What grades does Baker Early College serve?

Baker Early College serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Baker Early College?

Baker Early College has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.

How does Baker Early College rank in OR?

Baker Early College ranks #253 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Baker Early College's MySchoolScout rating?

Baker Early College has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Early College?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Baker Early College has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is Baker Early College a charter school?

Yes, Baker Early College is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Baker Early College a Title I school?

No, Baker Early College is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
512
0
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Baker County
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Baker SD 5J
District Enrollment
4,829
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,081
District Rank
#1 of 9

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