Very Good
#1720 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 20% in state
John a Baker
Elementary School · PROSPER ISD
3125 BLUEWOOD DR, Mckinney, TX 75071
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,720 of 8,552
In Mckinney
#18 of 45
public schools
In district
#14 of 22
PROSPER ISD
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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John a Baker
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About John a Baker
John a Baker is a public elementary school in Mckinney, TX, part of PROSPER ISD. John a Baker serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John a Baker has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,720 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for John a Baker show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 8.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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John a Baker — Students at John a Baker score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.9/10.
How John a Baker Compares
See how John a Baker 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
3125 BLUEWOOD DR, Mckinney, TX 75071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John a Baker may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MIKE AND JANIE REEVES EL (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Prosper), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLEN OAKS EL (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CYNTHIA A COCKRELL EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Prosper), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mckinney, see our Mckinney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MIKE AND JANIE REEVES EL Prosper | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| LIZZIE NELL CUNDIFF MCCLURE EL Mckinney | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| DR JACK COCKRILL MIDDLE Mckinney | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| MCKINNEY BOYD H S Mckinney | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| GARY AND BOBBYE JACK MINSHEW EL Mckinney | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| J B WILMETH EL Mckinney | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| JOSE DE JESUS AND MARIA LUISA VEGA EL Mckinney | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF STONE BROOKE Mckinney | 3.0 mi | — |
| DOWELL MIDDLE Mckinney | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| SERENITY HIGH Mckinney | 2.7 mi | — |
| MCKINNEY NORTH H S Mckinney | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF PROSPER Lewisville | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| SCOTT MORGAN JOHNSON MIDDLE Mckinney | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| IMAGINE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF NORTH TEXAS Mckinney | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| CYNTHIA A COCKRELL EL Prosper | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| GLEN OAKS EL Mckinney | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Allen | 3.1 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Celina | 3.1 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Nevada | 3.1 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Frisco | 3.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,839
Median Home Value
$448,500
Median Rent
$2,105/mo
Population
69,396
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
37.3
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| ALLEN EL Frisco, TX | 7.9 |
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| BAYLESS EL Lubbock, TX | 7.9 |
| BELLS EL Bells, TX | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John a Baker
What grades does John a Baker serve?
John a Baker serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John a Baker?
John a Baker has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John a Baker?
The student-teacher ratio at John a Baker is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John a Baker rank in TX?
John a Baker ranks #1,720 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is John a Baker's MySchoolScout rating?
John a Baker 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 John a Baker?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John a Baker has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John a Baker a charter school?
No, John a Baker is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John a Baker a Title I school?
No, John a Baker is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John a Baker?
12.7% of students at John a Baker 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 656
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Collin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.6%
- Phone
- (469) 219-2120
Resources & Links
District
PROSPER ISD- District Enrollment
- 28,467
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,664
- District Rank
- #14 of 22
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