For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,864 students in Baker, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 516 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in Baker, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Baker, LA are Advantage Charter Academy, Park Ridge Academic Magnet School and Baker Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Baker, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Baker have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Baker, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Advantage Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14740 Plank Road
Baker, LA 70714
(313) 534-8218
Baker, LA 70714
(313) 534-8218
Gr: K-8 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5905 Groom Road
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-5924
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-5924
Gr: K-8 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Baker Heights Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5903 Groom Road
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-1493
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-1493
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Baker High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Groom Road
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-1259
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-1259
Gr: 9-12 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Baker Middle School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5905 Groom Rd
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-5924
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 775-5924
Gr: 6-8 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Geo Prep Baker
Charter School
13855 Plank Rd
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 533-6829
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 533-6829
Gr: K-3 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Baker, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Baker, LA include Advantage Charter Academy, Park Ridge Academic Magnet School and Baker Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Baker?
6 public schools are located in Baker.
What percentage of students in Baker go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in Baker are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Baker?
Baker public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Baker are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Baker include: Baker Middle School vs. Park Ridge Academic Magnet School, Park Ridge Academic Magnet School vs. Baker Middle School, Park Ridge Academic Magnet School vs. Advantage Charter Academy
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