J. R. BAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

J. R. Baker Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Maury County school district, located in Columbia, TN with about 362 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. With about 22 teachers, J. R. Baker Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

J. R. Baker Elementary School, located at 1301 Hampshire Pike in Columbia, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Maury County Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, the staff strives to prepare young learners for future success by building strong literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills in a safe and nurturing setting.

The school maintains a strong connection with the local community, emphasizing collaboration between educators, students, and families to achieve common educational goals. Through its official website, the school provides parents and guardians with essential resources, including academic calendars, faculty contact information, and updates on school-wide initiatives. As a key part of the Columbia community, J. R. Baker Elementary is committed to maintaining high standards of instruction and creating an inclusive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact J. R. Baker Elementary at (931) 388-3319 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1301 Hamphire PIKE
Columbia, TN 38401
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J. R. BAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Columbia, TN with about 362 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Maury County
Total Students:
362
Teachers:
22.9
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 362 students

White
64.9%
Black or African American
16.9%
Hispanic/Latino
12.7%
Two or more races
3.6%
Asian
1.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.