Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John Baker Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Baker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
John Baker Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
John Baker Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Baker Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#163 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
43%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Baker Elementary School's ranking?
John Baker Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are John Baker Elementary School often compared to?
John Baker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like S. Y. Jackson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend John Baker Elementary School?
427 students attend John Baker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of John Baker Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Baker Elementary School?
John Baker Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Baker Elementary School offer ?
John Baker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Baker Elementary School part of?
John Baker Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is John Baker Elementary School located?
John Baker Elementary School is located in the Holiday Park neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Holiday Park.
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