George F. Baker High School

George F. Baker High School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
1 Tornado Dr,  Tuxedo Park, NY
Tuxedo Union Free School District
3.9
3.0
95 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Mr. Jason Schrammel
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
44.5%
Reading Proficiency
54.5%
Average GPA
3.57
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.57
Reading Proficiency
54.5%
Math Proficiency
44.5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Teachers
20
Full Time Teachers
20
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1280
Math
640
Verbal
640
Average ACT
29
Math
26
English
30
Reading
32
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
22.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
0%
State Average
20%
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
156:1

Student Diversity

Male
50%
Female
50%
White
57.7%
Hispanic
24%
Black
13.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.8%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
New York University 18 Students
Binghamton University, SUNY 17 Students
Boston College 10 Students
Penn State 9 Students
University of Rhode Island 9 Students
Fordham University 9 Students
University of Rochester 9 Students
Boston University 8 Students
Cornell University 8 Students
Clarkson University 8 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 13 Students
Psychology 10 Students
Business 8 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 8 Students
Computer Science 6 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 6 Students
Nursing 5 Students
Economics 4 Students
Accounting 3 Students
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 37 Reviews
5.0 NicheUser
3/30/2016
Teachers truly understand the needs of students.
3.0 NicheUser
1/19/2014
I feel our school policies and administration is average. There are really no outstanding positives or negatives. I like the overall atmosphere of our school. The teachers are remarkable. I feel that they try really hard to help students do well. The teachers make the school the outstanding place it is. Administratio overall is average.
5.0 NicheUser
1/19/2014
The teachers fought very hard to keep our students in their school. they went above and beyond to help in the decision making process. They are easily accessible. Eager to encourage excellence and willing to do what they need to to get the job done. Friendly, dedicated they go above and beyond.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 8 Reviews
1.0 parent
3/30/2016
Administration is secretive. Kids hate the school. The education is subpar. The school is getting smaller and smaller as families leave for private where there is more offered. Great schools shows 130 kids grades 9-12. That number is 7-12. Grades 9-12 has about 80 and will have less than that next y...
5.0 parent
1/22/2016
Great small school. Supportive learning environment, solid program. Inclusion of STEM is fantastic. Have two happy kids in attendance.
1.0 other
11/13/2015
Updated 2015 - High School lost 80% of its student population when neighboring town that tuitioned in their students pulled out. There are now only 75 kids TOTAL in grades 9-12. No choices, school like a ghost town. Academics poor, social atmosphere even worse.
5.0 parent
3/29/2015
Both of my children attended and graduated from George F Baker High School. They received a wonderful all around educational experience. The teachers, administration and support staff know the students, communicate with the parents and guide the students through their high school years. I often felt...

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George F. Baker High School is a public school for students in grades 6-12 in Tuxedo Park, NY, in the Tuxedo neighborhood, and is served by the Tuxedo Union Free School District in New York. The school has a total enrollment of 95 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Academic records show that 44.5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 54.5% are proficient in reading. George F. Baker High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.57, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1280 and an ACT score of 29. Discover additional schools in the area, like Yeshiva Ohr Reuven, Paterson Arts And Science Charter School, Charter School of Educational Excellence, and more. Learn more about what Tuxedo Park has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near George F. Baker High School.

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