Baker County School

Baker County School

Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
260 GA Highway 37 SW,  Newton, GA
2.4
3.0
292 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Roy Brooks
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average SAT Score
860
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
12%
Average GPA
3.39

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C
Teachers
C
College Prep
C+
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
C+
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.39
Reading Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
26
Full Time Teachers
26
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
860
Math
430
Verbal
430
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details

Test Scores

Math
1.6%
State Average
15.6%
Science
0%
State Average
10.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
286:1

Student Diversity

Male
54.1%
Female
45.9%
Black
58.6%
White
24%
Hispanic
10.6%
Two or more races
5.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.4%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Columbus State University 16 Students
Albany State University 15 Students
Valdosta State University 14 Students
Savannah State University 12 Students
Georgia State University 11 Students
Kennesaw State University 11 Students
Georgia Southwestern State University 9 Students
University of North Florida 8 Students
Florida State University 7 Students
Clark Atlanta University 7 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 13 Students
Biology 4 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 3 Students
Early Childhood Education 3 Students
Film and Video Studies 3 Students
Cosmetology 3 Students
Arts 3 Students
Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects 3 Students
Business 2 Students
Agricultural Teacher Education 2 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
2.4 5 Reviews
3.0 NicheUser
3/1/2016
The teachers are okay at times.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 2 Reviews
5.0 parent
7/15/2025
My kids loved it here and I was beyond amazed at the level this school goes to assist not only the students but the families as well. Top school in our books.
1.0 parent
5/5/2007

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Baker County School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 260 GA Highway 37 SW in Newton, GA. The school has a total enrollment of 292 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 12% are proficient in reading. Baker County School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.39. The average SAT score is 860. Learn more about what Newton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Baker County School.

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