Serving 841 students in grades 6-8, John T. Baker Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John T. Baker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John T. Baker Middle School's student population of 841 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
841 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
John T. Baker Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John T. Baker Middle School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#619 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
35%
24%
Black
14%
32%
White
38%
31%
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
31%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John T. Baker Middle School's ranking?
John T. Baker Middle School is ranked #619 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are John T. Baker Middle School often compared to?
John T. Baker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Damascus High School, Rocky Hill Middle School, John Poole Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend John T. Baker Middle School?
841 students attend John T. Baker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of John T. Baker Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John T. Baker Middle School?
John T. Baker Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does John T. Baker Middle School offer ?
John T. Baker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John T. Baker Middle School part of?
John T. Baker Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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