Serving 736 students in grades 5-6, Custer Baker Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Custer Baker Intermediate School's student population of 736 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Custer Baker Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Custer Baker Intermediate School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#884 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
2%
13%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Custer Baker Intermediate School's ranking?
Custer Baker Intermediate School is ranked #884 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Custer Baker Intermediate School often compared to?
Custer Baker Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Custer Baker Intermediate School?
736 students attend Custer Baker Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Custer Baker Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Custer Baker Intermediate School?
Custer Baker Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Custer Baker Intermediate School offer ?
Custer Baker Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Custer Baker Intermediate School part of?
Custer Baker Intermediate School is part of Franklin Community School Corp School District.
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