Elementary Schools in Baker

The elementary schools in Baker, Florida serve students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. This analysis covers 4 schools in the district: J Franklyn Keller Intermediate School, MacClenny Elementary School, Prek/Kindergarten Center, and Westside Elementary School.

Among the schools, MacClenny Elementary School stands out as the top performer, ranking 653 out of 2,256 Florida elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. MacClenny outperforms the district and state averages in several test score categories, including 80% proficiency in 3rd grade ELA and 91% proficiency in 3rd grade Math. In contrast, the other schools generally perform below state averages, suggesting opportunities for improvement in curriculum, instruction, and student support.

Chronic absenteeism is a concern across the schools, ranging from 19.3% to 29.4%, with the Prek/Kindergarten Center having the highest rate. Additionally, the schools serve a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with 52.84% to 61.95% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. These factors may contribute to the variations in school performance and highlight the need for targeted interventions to address attendance and support students from low-income backgrounds.