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Best Baker County Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,929 students in Baker County, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 99 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Baker County, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in Baker County, FL are Macclenny Elementary School, Westside Elementary School and Baker County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Baker County, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Baker County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Baker County (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Macclenny Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1 Wild Kitten Dr
Macclenny, FL 32063
(904) 259-2551
Gr: 1-5 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1 Panther Cir
Glen Saint Mary, FL 32040
(904) 259-2216
Gr: 1-5 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Baker County Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
211 E Jonathan St
Macclenny, FL 32063
(904) 259-2226
Gr: 6-8 | 1,067 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
J Franklyn Keller Intermediate School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
420 S 8th St
Macclenny, FL 32063
(904) 259-4244
Gr: 4-5
Rank: #55.
Baker County Senior High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Wildcat Dr
Glen Saint Mary, FL 32040
(904) 259-6286
Gr: 9-12 | 1,318 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
Baker County Virtual Franchise
270 S Blvd E
Macclenny, FL 32063
(904) 259-0429
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Baker Virtual Instruction Program
270 S Blvd E
Macclenny, FL 32063
(904) 259-0429
Gr: K-5
Rank: n/an/a
Baker Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)
270 S Blvd E
Macclenny, FL 32063
(904) 259-0401
Gr: K-5
Rank: n/an/a
Legacy Elementary School
1 Lions Den Dr
Macclenny, FL 32063
(904) 259-0300
Gr: 1-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Prek/kindergarten Center
362 South Blvd E
Macclenny, FL 32063
(904) 259-0405
Gr: PK-K | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Baker County, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Baker County, FL include Macclenny Elementary School, Westside Elementary School and Baker County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Baker County?
9 public schools are located in Baker County.
What percentage of students in Baker County go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Baker County are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in Baker County?
Baker County public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Baker County are often viewed compared to one another?

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