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Baker-ripley Charter School

Elementary School · BAKERRIPLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

4450 HARRISBURG BLVD, Houston, TX 77011

Charter
Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

398

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,806 of 8,552

In Houston

#640 of 723

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

BAKERRIPLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

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Baker-ripley Charter School

3.7/10

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About Baker-ripley Charter School

Baker-ripley Charter School is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of BAKERRIPLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS. Baker-ripley Charter School serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Baker-ripley Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,806 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Baker-ripley Charter School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.0
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Baker-ripley Charter School 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.04 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,638
Chronic Absenteeism24.1%

Baker-ripley Charter School — Students at Baker-ripley Charter School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 49.1% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
84.5%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
25.6%
ELA
27.8%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
35%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How Baker-ripley Charter School Compares

See how Baker-ripley Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
9th percentile in TX
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

Location

4450 HARRISBURG BLVD, Houston, TX 77011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Baker-ripley Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ETOILE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MISTRAL CENTER FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
NEW NEIGHBOR CAMPUS Houston 0.0 mi 3.6
THE HARRIS SCHOOL Houston 0.1 mi
ETOILE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Houston 0.1 mi 7.0
NCI CHARTER SCHOOL WITHOUT WALLS Houston 0.2 mi 3.4
PREMIER H S - HOUSTON (SHARPSTOWN) Lewisville 0.2 mi
YES PREP - GULFTON Houston 0.3 mi 5.9
KIPP CONNECT HOUSTON PRI Houston 0.4 mi 8.1
KIPP CONNECT PREPARATORY Houston 0.4 mi 4.1
LONG ACADEMY Houston 0.4 mi 5.1
LAS AMERICAS Houston 0.4 mi 5.3
BENAVIDEZ EL Houston 0.6 mi 4.2
THE SAINT CONSTANTINE SCHOOL Houston 0.6 mi 7.8
MISTRAL CENTER FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD Houston 0.7 mi 6.2
EMPOWERMENT H S Houston 0.9 mi 6.5
DISCOVERY MIDDLE Houston 0.9 mi 4.7
SER-NINOS CHARTER EL II Houston 0.8 mi 5.5
SUTTON EL Houston 0.9 mi 5.1
SAN FRANCISCO NATIVITY ACADEMY Houston 0.9 mi 5.8
ENERGIZED FOR EXCELLENCE ACADEMY ECC Houston 1.0 mi 3.4
DRAW ACADEMY Houston 1.0 mi 3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,163

Median Home Value

$187,100

Median Rent

$1,063/mo

Population

15,681

College Educated

9.7%

Homeownership

51.2%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

20.5%

Median Age

40.3

Similar Schools

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

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CARVER EL Greenville, TX 3.7
CENTENNIAL EL Lubbock, TX 3.7
CESAR CHAVEZ EL Little Elm, TX 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Baker-ripley Charter School

What grades does Baker-ripley Charter School serve?

Baker-ripley Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Baker-ripley Charter School?

Baker-ripley Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Baker-ripley Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Baker-ripley Charter School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Baker-ripley Charter School rank in TX?

Baker-ripley Charter School ranks #7,806 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Baker-ripley Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Baker-ripley Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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-ripley Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Baker-ripley Charter School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

Is Baker-ripley Charter School a charter school?

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

Is Baker-ripley Charter School a Title I school?

No, Baker-ripley Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Baker-ripley Charter School?

92.5% of students at Baker-ripley Charter 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

District

BAKERRIPLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
1,824
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,638
District Rank
#1 of 5

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