George F. Baker High School is the public secondary school educating students in grades 6 through 12 in the Tuxedo Union Free School District. It is located on NY 17 in Tuxedo, New York, United States, near the gates of the village Tuxedo Park.
Serving 96 students in grades 6-12, George F Baker High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George F Baker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
George F Baker High School's student population of 96 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
96 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Black, Red
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
George F Baker High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George F Baker High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1229 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
31%
31%
Black
16%
15%
White
50%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George F Baker High School's ranking?
George F Baker High School is ranked #1229 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are George F Baker High School often compared to?
George F Baker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goshen Central High School, Chester Academy-middle/high School, Cornwall Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of George F Baker High School?
The graduation rate of George F Baker High School is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend George F Baker High School?
96 students attend George F Baker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of George F Baker High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George F Baker High School?
George F Baker High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George F Baker High School offer ?
George F Baker High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George F Baker High School part of?
George F Baker High School is part of Tuxedo Union Free School District.
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