School Overview
John T. Baker Middle School, located in Damascus, Maryland, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Situated in a suburban community, the school is known for fostering a supportive educational environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional development. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for the challenges of high school, offering a diverse array of core academic subjects alongside elective opportunities that allow students to explore their interests in arts, technology, and physical education.

The school community at John T. Baker is characterized by a strong commitment to inclusivity and student success, often highlighted by its active extracurricular programs, including sports teams, clubs, and service organizations. By leveraging the resources of the larger MCPS district, the school provides its faculty and students with access to modern instructional tools and data-driven learning strategies. Through a combination of dedicated teaching staff, parent involvement, and a focus on cultivating a positive school climate, John T. Baker Middle School aims to develop well-rounded students who are equipped to become responsible, life-long learners.
825
Total Students
55.2
Full-Time Teachers
14.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
37.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John T. Baker Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White333
Hispanic263
Black113
Asian55
Two or More58
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    333 (40.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    263 (31.9 %)
  • Black
    113 (13.7 %)
  • Two or More
    58 (7.0 %)
  • Asian
    55 (6.7 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Montgomery County Public Schools
Phone: (240)207-2440
Website: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/bakerms/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 825
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 55.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 259
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 53
Grades Taught
Grade 6 266
Grade 7 288
Grade 8 271

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for John T. Baker Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6266
Grade 7288
Grade 8271
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for John T. Baker Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female40849.5%
Male41750.5%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)