BAIRD MIDDLE SCHOOL

Baird Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Fresno Unified school district, located in Fresno, CA with about 613 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, Baird Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Baird Middle School, located in the Fig Garden neighborhood of Fresno, California, is a public middle school serving students in grades 7–8 within the Fresno Unified School District. The campus is well-regarded for its established presence in the community and its commitment to providing a rigorous academic environment. As a middle school, Baird focuses on bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, emphasizing core subjects like mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies, while often offering elective opportunities to help students explore their personal interests.

The school is known for its relatively traditional academic approach and its focus on fostering a supportive campus culture. In addition to its standard curriculum, Baird Middle School typically engages students through various extracurricular activities, sports programs, and school events that encourage student involvement and social development. Its location on North Maroa Avenue makes it a central fixture in the local area, serving a diverse student population and aiming to prepare them for the challenges of secondary education through balanced academic and developmental programming.

For more information, contact Baird Middle at (559) 451-4310 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.