Serving 502 students in grades 6, James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus's student population of 502 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Engaging all students in partnership with family and community to become informed, compassionate, global citizens.
School Rankings
James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5559 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
56%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
33%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
La Porte Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus's ranking?
James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus is ranked #5559 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus?
502 students attend James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus?
James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus offer ?
James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus part of?
James H Baker Sixth Grade Campus is part of La Porte Independent School District.
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