Baker High School

2,491 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Baker High School, located on Airport Boulevard in Mobile, Alabama, is a prominent public secondary institution serving the Mobile County Public School System. As one of the largest high schools in the area, it is known for its expansive campus and a comprehensive academic environment that caters to a diverse student body. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, offering a wide array of core curriculum courses alongside various elective opportunities designed to prepare students for both collegiate pursuits and vocational careers.

Beyond its academic offerings, Baker High School is highly recognized for its robust extracurricular culture, particularly in the realm of athletics and student organizations. The school, home of the Hornets, maintains a strong tradition in competitive sports and provides numerous clubs and service-oriented groups that foster leadership and school spirit. By prioritizing both scholastic achievement and community engagement, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere that supports the personal and professional development of its students throughout their high school years.

2,491

Total Students

137.0

Full-Time Teachers

18.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

42.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Baker High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,271
Hispanic	191
Black	802
Asian	101
Two or More	115
American Indian	9
Pacific Islander	2

White
1,271 (51.0 %)
Black
802 (32.2 %)
Hispanic
191 (7.7 %)
Two or More
115 (4.6 %)
Asian
101 (4.1 %)
American Indian
9 (0.4 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Mobile County
Phone:	(251)221-3000
Website:	http://bakerhighschool.com
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,491
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	137.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,046
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 701

Grade 10 619

Grade 11 640

Grade 12 531