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Ethel I. Baker Elementary

5717 Laurine Way, Sacramento, CA, 95824

About Ethel I. Baker Elementary

Ethel I. Baker Elementary is a public school in Sacramento, California, for kids in grades K–6. It is part of the Sacramento City Unified School District. The school has between 480 and 500 students, and there is one teacher for every 25 students. This is a little higher than the average for the state, but it's normal for the district. Ethel I. Baker Elementary School teaches the basics of math, science, social studies, and English language arts. It also offers extra classes in music, art, and technology. The school is all about making learning easier, and it uses methods that help students think critically and work together. Around half of the students are from groups that are not white, such as Hispanic, African American, Asian, or multiracial. There are many types of students. About 8% of students are good at math, and 16% are good at reading and writing in English. The amount of money spent on each student is in line with what the district says is right, and it gives teachers the tools they need to help students learn. The school is in a residential area of Sacramento and is known for having a caring environment and strong academic programs. This gives students a solid base to build on for their future success.

Ethel I. Baker Elementary Contact Information

Address

5717 Laurine Way, Sacramento, CA, 95824

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Phone

(916) 395-4560

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Website

scusd.edu

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 8%
Reading 16%
State average proficiency is 8% in Math and 16% in Reading.
24
Full-time Teachers
25 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
616
Total Students
$112651
Avg. Teacher Salary
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Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:00 AM to 2:07 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 3.57%
Asian 18.83%
Hispanic 58.44%
Black 7.14%
Two+ Races 3.25%
Native Am. 0.65%
White
3.57%
Asian
18.83%
Hispanic
58.44%
Black
7.14%
Two+ Races
3.25%
Native Am.
0.65%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 616
49.84%
307 Female
50.16%
309 Male

Student Population

616 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Ethel I. Baker Elementary is drawing attention as the district moves forward with campus modernization plans and continued focus on student wellness and support programs.

FAQ

Q1: Does Ethel I. Baker Elementary have programs for kids to go to before or after school?

Ans. Yes, the school has programs before and after school to help families who work.

Q2: Are there any sports or activities for physical education?

Ans. The school has PE classes, playground games, and sports events that happen at certain times of the year.

Q3: What kinds of technology do students have access to?

Ans: Students can use computers, tablets, and interactive learning tools in the classroom as part of their lessons.

Q4: Does the school have a parent-teacher organization (PTO)?

Ans. Yes, Ethel I. Baker Elementary has an active PTO that plans events and helps with school projects.

Q5: Do you offer any services for special education?

Ans. The school helps students with special needs by offering individualized education programs (IEPs) and resource services.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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